Goregaon - Murbad, Thane
Goregaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Eklahare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goregaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goregaon is 553178. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.52 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Goregaon 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 Goregaon
As per Census 2011, Goregaon village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 266 males and 229 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goregaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 266 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 495 | 266 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 169 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 97 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Goregaon
Goregaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Goregaon
Goregaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Goregaon is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Goregaon is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goregaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goregaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goregaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goregaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Goregaon
Where is Goregaon located?
Goregaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Goregaon is Eklahare.
What is the pincode of Goregaon?
The pincode of Goregaon is 421401.
What is the population of Goregaon?
Goregaon has a total population of 495, including 266 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Goregaon?
There are 101 households in Goregaon.
What is the literacy rate in Goregaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goregaon is 52.12%. Male literacy is 63.53% and female literacy is 38.86%.