Higaon

Higaon is a village 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.

Higaon has its own place in the vibrant Dhule 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 Higaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Higaon is 526015. The village spans a total geographical area of 229 hectares. Shirpur is nearest town to Higaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Higaon

Below is a concise population overview of Higaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,371 696 675
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 225 122 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,368 694 674
Literate Population 492 286 206
Illiterate Population 879 410 469

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Higaon village:

  • The total population of Higaon village is around 1,371, including approximately 696 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Higaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Higaon village has 1,368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Higaon village is about 35.89%, with male literacy at 41.09% and female literacy at 30.52%.
  • There are around 211 households in Higaon village.

Connectivity of Higaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Higaon. As per the 2011 stats, Higaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Higaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Higaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Higaon.

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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%.