Kolgaon
Kolgaon is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kolgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolgaon unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Kolgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolgaon is 552212. The village spans a total geographical area of 590.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401404. Palghar is nearest town to Kolgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kolgaon village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kolgaon
Population of Kolgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kolgaon has a total population of about 1,672, with approximately 949 males and 723 females. The sex ratio is around 761 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 710. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.67%, with male literacy at about 80.61% and female literacy near 62.24%. There are around 448 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,672 | 949 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 92 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 367 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 1,215 | 765 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 184 | 273 |
Connectivity of Kolgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kolgaon 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolgaon
- Where is Kolgaon located?
- Kolgaon village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
- Kolgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolgaon?
- The pincode of Kolgaon is 401404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolgaon is 1,672, with 949 males and 723 females.
- How many households are there in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolgaon village has a total of 448 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolgaon is 72.67%. The male literacy rate is 80.61%, while the female literacy rate is 62.24%.