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
As per Census 2011, Usgaon village has a total population of 2,257 people, consisting of 1,131 males and 1,126 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 1,329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,002 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,131 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 186 | 191 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,257, including 1,131 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Usgaon?
There are 460 households in Usgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Usgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usgaon is 41.12%. Male literacy is 47.92% and female literacy is 34.28%.