Nakhegaon - Darwha, Yavatmal
Nakhegaon is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Nakhegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakhegaon is 542511. The village covers a total geographical area of 775.94 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nakhegaon 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 Nakhegaon
As per Census 2011, Nakhegaon village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 726 males and 655 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,061 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakhegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 726 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 92 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,061 | 590 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 136 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Nakhegaon
Nakhegaon 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 Nakhegaon
Nakhegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nakhegaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Nakhegaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakhegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakhegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakhegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakhegaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakhegaon
Where is Nakhegaon located?
Nakhegaon village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakhegaon?
Nakhegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakhegaon?
The pincode of Nakhegaon is 445202.
What is the population of Nakhegaon?
Nakhegaon has a total population of 1,381, including 726 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Nakhegaon?
There are 325 households in Nakhegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nakhegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakhegaon is 76.83%. Male literacy is 81.27% and female literacy is 71.91%.