Mangaon - Samudrapur, Wardha
Mangaon is a village situated in the Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samudrapur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Mangaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangaon is 534672. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.98 hectares and falls under the 442305 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mangaon village had a total population of 318 people, including 165 males and 153 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.33%, with male literacy at 89.68% and female literacy at 74.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 165 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 139 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Mangaon
Mangaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mangaon
Public transport in the Mangaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinganghat to Mangaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Mangaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mangaon
Where is Mangaon located?
Mangaon village is located in Samudrapur Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mangaon?
Mangaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangaon?
The pincode of Mangaon is 442305.
What is the population of Mangaon?
Mangaon had a total population of 318, including 165 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Mangaon?
Mangaon had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangaon was 82.33%. Male literacy was 89.68% and female literacy was 74.48%.