Angaon
Angaon is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Angaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Angaon unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Angaon’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 Angaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Angaon is 552539. The village spans a total geographical area of 389 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Angaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Angaon 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Angaon
Population of Angaon
According to the 2011 Census, Angaon has a total population of about 4,141, with approximately 2,163 males and 1,978 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 469 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,333. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.25%, with male literacy at about 78.78% and female literacy near 71.39%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Angaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,141 | 2,163 | 1,978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 253 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 133 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,333 | 669 | 664 |
| Literate Population | 3,116 | 1,704 | 1,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 459 | 566 |
Connectivity of Angaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Angaon. As per the 2011 stats, Angaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Angaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Angaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Angaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Angaon
- Where is Angaon located?
- Angaon village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Angaon?
- Angaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Angaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Angaon is 4,141, with 2,163 males and 1,978 females.
- How many households are there in Angaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Angaon village has a total of 932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Angaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Angaon is 75.25%. The male literacy rate is 78.78%, while the female literacy rate is 71.39%.