Argaon
Argaon is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 71km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Argaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Argaon unique in its vibrant Lanja-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Argaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Argaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Argaon is 565988. The village spans a total geographical area of 1174 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Argaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Argaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Argaon
Population of Argaon
According to the 2011 Census, Argaon has a total population of about 522, with approximately 251 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 118 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.78%, with male literacy at about 86.85% and female literacy near 69.37%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Argaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 251 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 406 | 218 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 33 | 83 |
Connectivity of Argaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Argaon. As per the 2011 stats, Argaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Argaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Argaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Argaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Argaon
- Where is Argaon located?
- Argaon village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Argaon?
- Argaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Argaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Argaon is 522, with 251 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Argaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Argaon village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Argaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Argaon is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 86.85%, while the female literacy rate is 69.37%.