Gholgaon
Gholgaon is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Sonale is the gram panchayat of Gholgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Gholgaon unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Gholgaon’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 Gholgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholgaon is 552652. The village spans a total geographical area of 317 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Gholgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Gholgaon
Population of Gholgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gholgaon has a total population of about 1,297, with approximately 761 males and 536 females. The sex ratio is around 704 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 297. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.98%, with male literacy at about 65.18% and female literacy near 47.76%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gholgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,297 | 761 | 536 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 108 | 89 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 34 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 153 | 144 |
Literate Population | 752 | 496 | 256 |
Illiterate Population | 545 | 265 | 280 |
Connectivity of Gholgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gholgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gholgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholgaon
- Where is Gholgaon located?
- Gholgaon village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gholgaon is Sonale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gholgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholgaon is 1,297, with 761 males and 536 females.
- How many households are there in Gholgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholgaon village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholgaon is 57.98%. The male literacy rate is 65.18%, while the female literacy rate is 47.76%.