Mangaon - Shahapur, Thane
Mangaon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Manjare serves as the Village Panchayat for Mangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangaon is 552824. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mangaon village had a total population of 486 people, including 244 males and 242 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 85.85% and female literacy at 49.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 452.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 244 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 227 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 182 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 62 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Mangaon
Mangaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mangaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mangaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Mangaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Mangaon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mangaon
Where is Mangaon located?
Mangaon village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mangaon?
The Village Panchayat of Mangaon is Manjare.
What is the pincode of Mangaon?
The pincode of Mangaon is 421601.
What is the population of Mangaon?
Mangaon had a total population of 486, including 244 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Mangaon?
Mangaon had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangaon was 67.61%. Male literacy was 85.85% and female literacy was 49.29%.