Gangangaon
About Gangangaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangangaon village is 551646. Gangangaon village is located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 157km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gangangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1142 hectares. Gangangaon has a total population of 3,224 peoples, out of which male population is 1,538 while female population is 1,686. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1096 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangangaon village is 38.68% out of which 47.85% males and 30.31% females are literate. There are about 561 houses in gangangaon village.
When it comes to administration, Gangangaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gangangaon village comes under Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Dahanu is nearest town to gangangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Gangangaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,224 | 1,538 | 1,686 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 736 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,977 | 802 | 1,175 |
Connectivity of Gangangaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangangaon
Where is Gangangaon located?
Gangangaon village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangangaon?
Gangangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gangangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangangaon is 3,224, with 1,538 males and 1,686 females.
How many households are there in Gangangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangangaon village has a total of 561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangangaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangangaon is 38.68%. The male literacy rate is 47.85%, while the female literacy rate is 30.31%.