Jaigaon - Murbad, Thane
Jaigaon 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 90 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kheware serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaigaon is 553249. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.58 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Jaigaon 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 Jaigaon
As per Census 2011, Jaigaon village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 238 males and 258 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 238 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 180 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 58 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Jaigaon
Jaigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kheware | East | 1.44 km |
| Koloshi | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Mahaj | North | 1.67 km |
| Mandwat | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Padale | West | 2.73 km |
| Alyani | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Parhe | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Kandali | North | 3.10 km |
| Dudhanoli | South | 3.24 km |
| Umbroli Kh. | South-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jaigaon
Jaigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 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 Jaigaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jaigaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaigaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jaigaon
Where is Jaigaon located?
Jaigaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaigaon is Kheware.
What is the pincode of Jaigaon?
The pincode of Jaigaon is 421401.
What is the population of Jaigaon?
Jaigaon has a total population of 496, including 238 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Jaigaon?
There are 100 households in Jaigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jaigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaigaon is 64.31%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 53.88%.