Gondegaon - Darwha, Yavatmal
Gondegaon is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Gondegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondegaon is 542585. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.73 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gondegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gondegaon
As per Census 2011, Gondegaon village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 489 males and 514 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 489 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 150 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 387 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 102 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Gondegaon
Gondegaon 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 Gondegaon
Gondegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gondegaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Gondegaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Gondegaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gondegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gondegaon
Where is Gondegaon located?
Gondegaon village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondegaon?
Gondegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondegaon?
The pincode of Gondegaon is 445202.
What is the population of Gondegaon?
Gondegaon has a total population of 1,003, including 489 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Gondegaon?
There are 246 households in Gondegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gondegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondegaon is 72.88%. Male literacy is 79.14% and female literacy is 66.93%.