Mugutpur - Karanja, Washim
Mugutpur is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Virgavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mugutpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugutpur is 530930. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.76 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mugutpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mugutpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mugutpur village had a total population of 402 people, including 212 males and 190 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.98%, with male literacy at 92.02% and female literacy at 83.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 402 | 212 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 173 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Mugutpur
Mugutpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Virgavhan | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Hiwara (lahe) | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Tarkheda | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Loni (arab) | South | 2.64 km |
| Bhambdevi | North | 3.53 km |
| Dhotra (deshmukh) | East | 3.80 km |
| Nimbha Jahangir | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Naregaon | West | 3.99 km |
| Mohgavhan | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Karli | South | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mugutpur
Mugutpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Mugutpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Mugutpur is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugutpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugutpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mugutpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugutpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mugutpur
Where is Mugutpur located?
Mugutpur village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugutpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mugutpur is Virgavan.
What is the pincode of Mugutpur?
The pincode of Mugutpur is 444105.
What is the population of Mugutpur?
Mugutpur had a total population of 402, including 212 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Mugutpur?
Mugutpur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mugutpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugutpur was 87.98%. Male literacy was 92.02% and female literacy was 83.71%.