Higaon
About Higaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Higaon village is 526015. Higaon village is located in Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shirpur (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Higaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 229 hectares. Higaon has a total population of 1,371 peoples, out of which male population is 696 while female population is 675. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of higaon village is 35.89% out of which 41.09% males and 30.52% females are literate. There are about 211 houses in higaon village.
Shirpur is nearest town to higaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Higaon
The population details of Higaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 696 | 675 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 225 | 122 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,368 | 694 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 286 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 410 | 469 |
Connectivity of Higaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Higaon
Where is Higaon located?
Higaon village is situated in Shirpur Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Higaon?
Higaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Higaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Higaon is 1,371, with 696 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Higaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Higaon village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Higaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Higaon is 35.89%. The male literacy rate is 41.09%, while the female literacy rate is 30.52%.