Mangaon - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Mangaon is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Mangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangaon is 566779. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.26 hectares and falls under the 416519 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangaon
As per Census 2011, Mangaon village has a total population of 2,071 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 1,064 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,722 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | 1,007 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,722 | 862 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 145 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Mangaon
Mangaon 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 Mangaon
Mangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mangaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Mangaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Mangaon is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mangaon
Where is Mangaon located?
Mangaon village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangaon?
Mangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangaon?
The pincode of Mangaon is 416519.
What is the population of Mangaon?
Mangaon has a total population of 2,071, including 1,007 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Mangaon?
There are 486 households in Mangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangaon is 83.15%. Male literacy is 85.60% and female literacy is 80.83%.