Mahagaon
Mahagaon is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Mahagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Mahagaon 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 Mahagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahagaon is 552242. The village spans a total geographical area of 3772 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401501. Palghar is nearest town to Mahagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mahagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mahagaon
Population of Mahagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Mahagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,091 | 552 | 539 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 960 | 487 | 473 |
Literate Population | 609 | 356 | 253 |
Illiterate Population | 482 | 196 | 286 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahagaon village:
- The total population of Mahagaon village is around 1,091, including approximately 552 males and 539 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Mahagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahagaon village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 960 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahagaon village is about 55.82%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 46.94%.
- There are around 237 households in Mahagaon village.
Connectivity of Mahagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Mahagaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahagaon
- Where is Mahagaon located?
- Mahagaon village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahagaon?
- Mahagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mahagaon?
- The pincode of Mahagaon is 401501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahagaon is 1,091, with 552 males and 539 females.
- How many households are there in Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahagaon village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahagaon is 55.82%. The male literacy rate is 64.49%, while the female literacy rate is 46.94%.