Falegaon - Babulgaon, Yavatmal
Falegaon is a village situated in the Babulgaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babulgaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Falegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falegaon is 542123. The village covers a total geographical area of 946 hectares and falls under the 445101 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Falegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falegaon
As per Census 2011, Falegaon village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,055 males and 1,122 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,657 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Falegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,055 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 116 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 104 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 844 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 211 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Falegaon
Falegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mitanapur (pu.) | South | 2.03 km |
| Bagwadi | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Kolhi 1 | West | 2.99 km |
| Sarul | East | 3.02 km |
| Thalegaon | South | 3.26 km |
| Shekapur | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Rustampur | West | 4.19 km |
| Kharda | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Alipur | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Pratappur (pu) | South-East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Falegaon
Public transport in the Falegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Yavatmal to Falegaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Falegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Falegaon
Where is Falegaon located?
Falegaon village is located in Babulgaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falegaon?
Falegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Falegaon?
The pincode of Falegaon is 445101.
What is the population of Falegaon?
Falegaon has a total population of 2,177, including 1,055 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Falegaon?
There are 515 households in Falegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Falegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falegaon is 76.11%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 72.46%.