Shigaon
About Shigaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shigaon village is 552234. Shigaon village is located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 144km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Shigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2116 hectares. Shigaon has a total population of 4,642 peoples, out of which male population is 2,322 while female population is 2,320. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 999 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shigaon village is 41.28% out of which 48.41% males and 34.14% females are literate. There are about 998 houses in shigaon village. Pincode of shigaon village locality is 401501.
When it comes to administration, Shigaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shigaon village comes under Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to shigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Shigaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,642 | 2,322 | 2,320 |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,124 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,726 | 1,198 | 1,528 |
Connectivity of Shigaon
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shigaon
Where is Shigaon located?
Shigaon village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shigaon?
Shigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shigaon?
The pincode of Shigaon is 401501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shigaon is 4,642, with 2,322 males and 2,320 females.
How many households are there in Shigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shigaon village has a total of 998 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shigaon is 41.28%. The male literacy rate is 48.41%, while the female literacy rate is 34.14%.