Thangaon - Surgana, Nashik
Thangaon is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Thangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thangaon is 549749. The village covers a total geographical area of 1373.64 hectares and falls under the 422007 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Thangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thangaon
As per Census 2011, Thangaon village has a total population of 2,390 people, consisting of 1,170 males and 1,220 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,334 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,390 | 1,170 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 192 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,360 | 1,156 | 1,204 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 737 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 433 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Thangaon
Thangaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedse | South | 2.34 km |
| Aamda (ba) | North | 2.45 km |
| Pimpalchond | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Ambode | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 3.12 km |
| Gahale | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Gurtembhi | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Ambupada | South | 3.70 km |
| Karanjul(kelwan) | West | 3.87 km |
| Kotamba | South-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thangaon
Thangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Thangaon is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thangaon
Where is Thangaon located?
Thangaon village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thangaon?
Thangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thangaon?
The pincode of Thangaon is 422007.
What is the population of Thangaon?
Thangaon has a total population of 2,390, including 1,170 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Thangaon?
There are 519 households in Thangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thangaon is 55.82%. Male literacy is 62.99% and female literacy is 48.93%.