Sogaon - Shahapur, Thane
Sogaon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Sogaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sogaon is 552862. The village covers a total geographical area of 453.66 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Sogaon 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 Sogaon
As per Census 2011, Sogaon village has a total population of 1,511 people, consisting of 751 males and 760 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,083 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,511 | 751 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 624 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 127 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Sogaon
Sogaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palsoli (so) | West | 1.58 km |
| Nadgaon So | South | 1.67 km |
| Kharangan | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Nandgaon (so) | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Ambivali (so) | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Savaroli | North | 2.93 km |
| Kanadi | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Kochare Bk. | East | 3.80 km |
| Kochare Kh. | East | 3.89 km |
| Pargaon | South | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sogaon
Public transport in the Sogaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 to Sogaon is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sogaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sogaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sogaon
Where is Sogaon located?
Sogaon village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sogaon?
Sogaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sogaon?
The pincode of Sogaon is 421403.
What is the population of Sogaon?
Sogaon has a total population of 1,511, including 751 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Sogaon?
There are 320 households in Sogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Sogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sogaon is 71.67%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 60.39%.