Usgaon - Vasai, Palghar
Usgaon is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from Vasai and around 60 km from Thane. Usgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usgaon is 552425. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.04 hectares and falls under the 401303 pincode. Virar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Usgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Usgaon
As per Census 2011, Usgaon village has a total population of 2,643 people, consisting of 1,264 males and 1,379 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,408 literate and 1,235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,643 | 1,264 | 1,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 204 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,237 | 1,054 | 1,183 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 706 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,235 | 558 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Usgaon
Usgaon 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 Usgaon
Public transport in the Usgaon is mainly available through bus 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 Virar to Usgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Usgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Usgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Usgaon
Where is Usgaon located?
Usgaon village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Usgaon?
Usgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Usgaon?
The pincode of Usgaon is 401303.
What is the population of Usgaon?
Usgaon has a total population of 2,643, including 1,264 males and 1,379 females.
How many households are there in Usgaon?
There are 594 households in Usgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Usgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usgaon is 53.27%. Male literacy is 55.85% and female literacy is 50.91%.