Kurgaon
Kurgaon is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kurgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Kurgaon 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 Kurgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurgaon is 552198. The village spans a total geographical area of 361 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401502. Palghar is nearest town to Kurgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kurgaon village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kurgaon
Population of Kurgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Kurgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,513 | 1,944 | 1,569 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 191 | 198 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 958 | 469 | 489 |
Literate Population | 2,755 | 1,629 | 1,126 |
Illiterate Population | 758 | 315 | 443 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurgaon village:
- The total population of Kurgaon village is around 3,513, including approximately 1,944 males and 1,569 females, with a sex ratio of 807 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Kurgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurgaon village has 254 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 958 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurgaon village is about 78.42%, with male literacy at 83.80% and female literacy at 71.77%.
- There are around 857 households in Kurgaon village.
Connectivity of Kurgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kurgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurgaon
- Where is Kurgaon located?
- Kurgaon village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurgaon?
- Kurgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurgaon?
- The pincode of Kurgaon is 401502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurgaon is 3,513, with 1,944 males and 1,569 females.
- How many households are there in Kurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurgaon village has a total of 857 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurgaon is 78.42%. The male literacy rate is 83.80%, while the female literacy rate is 71.77%.