Dhargaon - Murbad, Thane
Dhargaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Sakhare serves as the Village Panchayat for Dhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhargaon is 553147. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.74 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhargaon village had a total population of 999 people, including 521 males and 478 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.11%, with male literacy at 89.51% and female literacy at 61.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 | 521 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 418 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 103 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Dhargaon
Dhargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pargaon | East | 2.30 km |
| Kasgaon | West | 2.38 km |
| Khutal Bangla | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Nadgaon So | North | 2.88 km |
| Sajgaon | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Ambele Kh. | South | 3.00 km |
| Sayale | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Ambivali (so) | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Nandgaon | South | 4.10 km |
| Palsoli (so) | North | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhargaon
Dhargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| 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 Kalyan to Dhargaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dhargaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhargaon
Where is Dhargaon located?
Dhargaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhargaon?
The Village Panchayat of Dhargaon is Sakhare.
What is the pincode of Dhargaon?
The pincode of Dhargaon is 421401.
What is the population of Dhargaon?
Dhargaon had a total population of 999, including 521 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Dhargaon?
Dhargaon had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhargaon was 76.11%. Male literacy was 89.51% and female literacy was 61.66%.