Saralgaon - Murbad, Thane
Saralgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Saralgoan serves as the Village Panchayat for Saralgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saralgaon is 553152. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Saralgaon 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 Saralgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Saralgaon village had a total population of 2,057 people, including 1,059 males and 998 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.43%, with male literacy at 95.14% and female literacy at 83.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 2,057 | 1,059 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,642 | 900 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 159 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Saralgaon
Saralgaon 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 Saralgaon
Saralgaon 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 Saralgaon is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Saralgaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saralgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saralgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saralgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saralgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saralgaon
Where is Saralgaon located?
Saralgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Saralgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Saralgaon is Saralgoan.
What is the pincode of Saralgaon?
The pincode of Saralgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Saralgaon?
Saralgaon had a total population of 2,057, including 1,059 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Saralgaon?
Saralgaon had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saralgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saralgaon was 89.43%. Male literacy was 95.14% and female literacy was 83.37%.