Sangamgaon - Murbad, Thane
Sangamgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Sangam serves as the Village Panchayat for Sangamgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangamgaon is 553142. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Sangamgaon 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 Sangamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sangamgaon village had a total population of 691 people, including 351 males and 340 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.84%, with male literacy at 84.98% and female literacy at 64.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 691 | 351 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 266 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 85 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sangamgaon
Sangamgaon 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 Sangamgaon
Sangamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sangamgaon is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sangamgaon is about 73 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 Sangamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sangamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangamgaon 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 Sangamgaon
Where is Sangamgaon located?
Sangamgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sangamgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Sangamgaon is Sangam.
What is the pincode of Sangamgaon?
The pincode of Sangamgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Sangamgaon?
Sangamgaon had a total population of 691, including 351 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Sangamgaon?
Sangamgaon had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangamgaon was 74.84%. Male literacy was 84.98% and female literacy was 64.36%.