Gegaon
Gegaon is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gegaon unique in its vibrant Shahapur-Thane region. You’ll see Gegaon’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 Gegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gegaon is 552905. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.69 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Gegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Gegaon
Population of Gegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gegaon has a total population of about 1,298, with approximately 680 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 102 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.03%, with male literacy at about 78.09% and female literacy near 56.96%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 680 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 531 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 149 | 266 |
Connectivity of Gegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gegaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gegaon
- Where is Gegaon located?
- Gegaon village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gegaon?
- Gegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gegaon is 1,298, with 680 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Gegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gegaon village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gegaon is 68.03%. The male literacy rate is 78.09%, while the female literacy rate is 56.96%.