Goregaon - Darwha, Yavatmal
Goregaon is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Goregaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goregaon is 542524. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.57 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Goregaon 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 Goregaon
As per Census 2011, Goregaon village has a total population of 965 people, consisting of 496 males and 469 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 496 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 384 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 112 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Goregaon
Goregaon 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 Goregaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Goregaon.
| 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 Darwha to Goregaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Goregaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goregaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goregaon 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 Goregaon
Where is Goregaon located?
Goregaon village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goregaon?
Goregaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goregaon?
The pincode of Goregaon is 445202.
What is the population of Goregaon?
Goregaon has a total population of 965, including 496 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Goregaon?
There are 274 households in Goregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Goregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goregaon is 67.77%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 57.57%.