Vangaon - Dahanu, Palghar
Vangaon is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Dahanu and around 120 km from Thane. Vangaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vangaon is 551739. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.47 hectares and falls under the 401103 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palghar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Vangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vangaon village had a total population of 7,649 people, including 3,950 males and 3,699 females, living in 1,645 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.40%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 75.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,629.
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 | 7,649 | 3,950 | 3,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 463 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 131 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,629 | 1,317 | 1,312 |
| Literate Population | 5,554 | 3,083 | 2,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,095 | 867 | 1,228 |
Nearby Villages of Vangaon
Vangaon 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 Vangaon
Vangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vangaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dahanu to Vangaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vangaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vangaon
Where is Vangaon located?
Vangaon village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vangaon?
Vangaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vangaon?
The pincode of Vangaon is 401103.
What is the population of Vangaon?
Vangaon had a total population of 7,649, including 3,950 males and 3,699 females.
How many households are there in Vangaon?
Vangaon had 1,645 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vangaon was 82.40%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 75.96%.