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.

Gegaon 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 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.

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Population of Gegaon

Below is a concise population overview of Gegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gegaon village:

  • The total population of Gegaon village is around 1,298, including approximately 680 males and 618 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Gegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gegaon village has 102 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 47 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gegaon village is about 68.03%, with male literacy at 78.09% and female literacy at 56.96%.
  • There are around 270 households in Gegaon village.

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.

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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%.