Shidgaon - Murbad, Thane
Shidgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shidgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shidgaon is 553087. The village falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shidgaon 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 Shidgaon
As per Census 2011, Shidgaon village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 263 males and 272 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 519 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shidgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 263 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 519 | 253 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 164 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 99 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Shidgaon
Shidgaon 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 Shidgaon
Shidgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shidgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shidgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shidgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shidgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shidgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shidgaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shidgaon
Where is Shidgaon located?
Shidgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shidgaon?
Shidgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shidgaon?
The pincode of Shidgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Shidgaon?
Shidgaon has a total population of 535, including 263 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Shidgaon?
There are 106 households in Shidgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shidgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shidgaon is 52.71%. Male literacy is 62.36% and female literacy is 43.38%.