Potgaon

Potgaon is a village located in Murbad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Murbad (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Potgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Potgaon has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Potgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Potgaon is 553106. The village spans a total geographical area of 483.27 hectares. Kalyan is nearest town to Potgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Potgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Potgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,013 515 498
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 127 70 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 15 8 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 270 129 141
Literate Population 614 351 263
Illiterate Population 399 164 235

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Potgaon village:

  • The total population of Potgaon village is around 1,013, including approximately 515 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Potgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Potgaon village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 270 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Potgaon village is about 60.61%, with male literacy at 68.16% and female literacy at 52.81%.
  • There are around 221 households in Potgaon village.

Connectivity of Potgaon

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

Nearby Villages of Potgaon

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

Brahmangaon Temgaon Dhanivali Wanjale Kishor Ghorale Masale Nandeni Pasheni Deogaon Deope

Frequently Asked Questions about Potgaon

Where is Potgaon located?
Potgaon village is situated in Murbad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potgaon?
Potgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Potgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potgaon is 1,013, with 515 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Potgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potgaon village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potgaon is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 68.16%, while the female literacy rate is 52.81%.