Bramhangaon - Mokhada, Palghar
Bramhangaon is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Ase serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bramhangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bramhangaon is 551958. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bramhangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bramhangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bramhangaon village had a total population of 827 people, including 389 males and 438 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.16%, with male literacy at 63.80% and female literacy at 41.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 822.
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 | 827 | 389 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 52 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 822 | 385 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 215 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 174 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Bramhangaon
Bramhangaon 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 Bramhangaon
Bramhangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Bramhangaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bramhangaon 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 Bramhangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bramhangaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bramhangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bramhangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bramhangaon
Where is Bramhangaon located?
Bramhangaon village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bramhangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bramhangaon is Ase.
What is the pincode of Bramhangaon?
The pincode of Bramhangaon is 401604.
What is the population of Bramhangaon?
Bramhangaon had a total population of 827, including 389 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Bramhangaon?
Bramhangaon had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bramhangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bramhangaon was 52.16%. Male literacy was 63.80% and female literacy was 41.23%.