Thakurgaon - Bhiwandi, Thane
Thakurgaon is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Saravali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thakurgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thakurgaon is 552654. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 421305 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Thakurgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thakurgaon
As per Census 2011, Thakurgaon village has a total population of 2,259 people, consisting of 1,321 males and 938 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 710 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,624 literate and 635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thakurgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,259 | 1,321 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 167 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,624 | 1,024 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 297 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Thakurgaon
Thakurgaon 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 Thakurgaon
Thakurgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Thakurgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Thakurgaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Thakurgaon is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thakurgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thakurgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thakurgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thakurgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thakurgaon
Where is Thakurgaon located?
Thakurgaon village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thakurgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Thakurgaon is Saravali.
What is the pincode of Thakurgaon?
The pincode of Thakurgaon is 421305.
What is the population of Thakurgaon?
Thakurgaon has a total population of 2,259, including 1,321 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Thakurgaon?
There are 652 households in Thakurgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thakurgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thakurgaon is 71.89%. Male literacy is 77.52% and female literacy is 63.97%.