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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Goregaon village had a total population of 965 people, including 496 males and 469 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.47%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 67.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Goregaon?
Goregaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Goregaon?
The pincode of Goregaon is 445202.
What is the population of Goregaon?
Goregaon had a total population of 965, including 496 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Goregaon?
Goregaon had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goregaon was 79.47%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 67.33%.