Popharan
Popharan is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Pophran is the gram panchayat of Popharan village.
Popharan 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 Popharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Popharan is 552195. The village spans a total geographical area of 443 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401502. Palghar is nearest town to Popharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
As per 2019 stats, Popharan village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Popharan
Below is a concise population overview of Popharan 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 | 1,277 | 603 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 71 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 516 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 87 | 177 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Popharan village:
- The total population of Popharan village is around 1,277, including approximately 603 males and 674 females, with a sex ratio of 1117 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Popharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Popharan village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 76 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Popharan village is about 79.33%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 73.74%.
- There are around 324 households in Popharan village.
Connectivity of Popharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Popharan. As per the 2011 stats, Popharan 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 Popharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Popharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Popharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Popharan
- Where is Popharan located?
- Popharan village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Popharan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Popharan is Pophran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Popharan?
- The pincode of Popharan is 401502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Popharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Popharan is 1,277, with 603 males and 674 females.
- How many households are there in Popharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Popharan village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Popharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Popharan is 79.33%. The male literacy rate is 85.57%, while the female literacy rate is 73.74%.