Agwan
Agwan is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Agwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Agwan unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Agwan’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 Agwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agwan is 551613. The village spans a total geographical area of 1403.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401602. Dahanu is nearest town to Agwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Agwan
Population of Agwan
According to the 2011 Census, Agwan has a total population of about 3,993, with approximately 2,018 males and 1,975 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 619 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,914. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.41%, with male literacy at about 56.99% and female literacy near 39.65%. There are around 741 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,993 | 2,018 | 1,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 323 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,914 | 1,483 | 1,431 |
| Literate Population | 1,933 | 1,150 | 783 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,060 | 868 | 1,192 |
Connectivity of Agwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agwan. As per the 2011 stats, Agwan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Agwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agwan
- Where is Agwan located?
- Agwan village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agwan?
- Agwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Agwan?
- The pincode of Agwan is 401602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Agwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agwan is 3,993, with 2,018 males and 1,975 females.
- How many households are there in Agwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agwan village has a total of 741 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agwan is 48.41%. The male literacy rate is 56.99%, while the female literacy rate is 39.65%.