Usgaon - Bhiwandi, Thane
Usgaon is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Ganeshapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Usgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usgaon is 552490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218 hectares and falls under the 401206 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Usgaon 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 Usgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Usgaon village had a total population of 2,257 people, including 1,131 males and 1,126 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.36%, with male literacy at 57.35% and female literacy at 41.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,002.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,131 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 186 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,002 | 1,004 | 998 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 542 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 589 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Usgaon
Usgaon 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 Usgaon
Usgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Usgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Usgaon is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Usgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Usgaon
Where is Usgaon located?
Usgaon village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Usgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Usgaon is Ganeshapuri.
What is the pincode of Usgaon?
The pincode of Usgaon is 401206.
What is the population of Usgaon?
Usgaon had a total population of 2,257, including 1,131 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Usgaon?
Usgaon had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usgaon was 49.36%. Male literacy was 57.35% and female literacy was 41.28%.