Dharangaon
Dharangaon is a village located in Kopargaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kopargaon (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dharangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Dharangaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dharangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharangaon is 557520. The village spans a total geographical area of 1501 hectares. Kopargaon is nearest town to Dharangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dharangaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dharangaon
Below is a concise population overview of Dharangaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,498 | 1,762 | 1,736 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 263 | 247 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 279 | 290 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 640 | 319 | 321 |
Literate Population | 2,170 | 1,249 | 921 |
Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 513 | 815 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dharangaon village:
- The total population of Dharangaon village is around 3,498, including approximately 1,762 males and 1,736 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 510 children aged 0–6 years in Dharangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dharangaon village has 569 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 640 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dharangaon village is about 62.04%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 53.05%.
- There are around 704 households in Dharangaon village.
Connectivity of Dharangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dharangaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharangaon
- Where is Dharangaon located?
- Dharangaon village is situated in Kopargaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharangaon?
- Dharangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dharangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharangaon is 3,498, with 1,762 males and 1,736 females.
- How many households are there in Dharangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharangaon village has a total of 704 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharangaon is 62.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 53.05%.