Argaon
About Argaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Argaon village is 565988. Argaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1174 hectares. Argaon has a total population of 522 peoples, out of which male population is 251 while female population is 271. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1079 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of argaon village is 77.78% out of which 86.85% males and 69.37% females are literate. There are about 157 houses in argaon village.
When it comes to administration, Argaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Argaon village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to argaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Argaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 251 | 271 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 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 |
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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%.