Jingaon

Jingaon is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 156km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gangangaon is the gram panchayat of Jingaon village.

Here you can discover what makes Jingaon unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Jingaon’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 Jingaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jingaon is 551645. The village spans a total geographical area of 215.18 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Jingaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jingaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jingaon

According to the 2011 Census, Jingaon has a total population of about 1,493, with approximately 720 males and 773 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,457. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.44%, with male literacy at about 45.97% and female literacy near 29.50%. There are around 274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jingaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,493 720 773
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 108 133
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 5 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,457 703 754
Literate Population 559 331 228
Illiterate Population 934 389 545

Connectivity of Jingaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jingaon. As per the 2011 stats, Jingaon 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jingaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Jingaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jingaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jingaon

Where is Jingaon located?
Jingaon village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jingaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jingaon is Gangangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jingaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jingaon is 1,493, with 720 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Jingaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jingaon village has a total of 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jingaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jingaon is 37.44%. The male literacy rate is 45.97%, while the female literacy rate is 29.50%.