Potgaon - Murbad, Thane
Potgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Potgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potgaon is 553106. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.27 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Potgaon 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 Potgaon
As per Census 2011, Potgaon village has a total population of 1,013 people, consisting of 515 males and 498 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 614 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Potgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Potgaon
Potgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghorale | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Mamnoli | West | 2.30 km |
| Asole | North | 2.39 km |
| Kishor | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Masale | South | 2.61 km |
| Wanjale | East | 3.19 km |
| Nandeni | East | 3.24 km |
| Kunde | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Chaure | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Kelni | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Potgaon
Potgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badlapur, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Potgaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Potgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potgaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Potgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potgaon
Where is Potgaon located?
Potgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potgaon?
Potgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Potgaon?
The pincode of Potgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Potgaon?
Potgaon has a total population of 1,013, including 515 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Potgaon?
There are 221 households in Potgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Potgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potgaon is 60.61%. Male literacy is 68.16% and female literacy is 52.81%.