Gargaon

Gargaon is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Khaniwad is the gram panchayat of Gargaon village.

Gargaon 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 Gargaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gargaon is 552223. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401501. Palghar is nearest town to Gargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Gargaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 963 481 482
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 109 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 959 480 479
Literate Population 357 223 134
Illiterate Population 606 258 348

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

  • The total population of Gargaon village is around 963, including approximately 481 males and 482 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Gargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gargaon village has 959 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gargaon village is about 37.07%, with male literacy at 46.36% and female literacy at 27.80%.
  • There are around 181 households in Gargaon village.

Connectivity of Gargaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gargaon 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gargaon

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gargaon

Where is Gargaon located?
Gargaon village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gargaon is Khaniwad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gargaon?
The pincode of Gargaon is 401501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gargaon is 963, with 481 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gargaon village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gargaon is 37.07%. The male literacy rate is 46.36%, while the female literacy rate is 27.80%.