Higaon - Shirpur, Dhule
Higaon is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Higaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Higaon is 526015. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 425405 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Higaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Higaon
According to the 2011 Census, Higaon village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 696 males and 675 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.93%, with male literacy at 49.83% and female literacy at 36.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,368.
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 | 1,371 | 696 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 122 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,368 | 694 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 286 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 410 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Higaon
Higaon 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 Higaon
Public transport in the Higaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Shirpur to Higaon is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Higaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Higaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Higaon 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 Higaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Higaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Higaon
Where is Higaon located?
Higaon village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Higaon?
Higaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Higaon?
The pincode of Higaon is 425405.
What is the population of Higaon?
Higaon had a total population of 1,371, including 696 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Higaon?
Higaon had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Higaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Higaon was 42.93%. Male literacy was 49.83% and female literacy was 36.01%.