Vangaon
Vangaon is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vangaon unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Vangaon’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 Vangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vangaon is 551739. The village spans a total geographical area of 524.47 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Vangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
As per 2019 stats, Vangaon village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Vangaon
Population of Vangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vangaon has a total population of about 7,649, with approximately 3,950 males and 3,699 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 909 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,629. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.61%, with male literacy at about 78.05% and female literacy near 66.80%. There are around 1,645 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vangaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,649 | 3,950 | 3,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 909 | 463 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 131 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,629 | 1,317 | 1,312 |
| Literate Population | 5,554 | 3,083 | 2,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,095 | 867 | 1,228 |
Connectivity of Vangaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vangaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Vangaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vangaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vangaon
- Where is Vangaon located?
- Vangaon village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vangaon?
- Vangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vangaon is 7,649, with 3,950 males and 3,699 females.
- How many households are there in Vangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vangaon village has a total of 1,645 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vangaon is 72.61%. The male literacy rate is 78.05%, while the female literacy rate is 66.80%.