Gargaon
About Gargaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gargaon village is 552122. Gargaon village is located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 986 hectares. Gargaon has a total population of 2,479 peoples, out of which male population is 1,247 while female population is 1,232. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 987 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gargaon village is 58.01% out of which 66.24% males and 49.68% females are literate. There are about 518 houses in gargaon village.
When it comes to administration, Gargaon 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, Gargaon village comes under Shahapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jawhar is nearest town to gargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
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Population of Gargaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,479 | 1,247 | 1,232 |
| Literate Population | 1,438 | 826 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 421 | 620 |
Connectivity of Gargaon
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gargaon
Where is Gargaon located?
Gargaon village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gargaon?
Gargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gargaon is 2,479, with 1,247 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gargaon village has a total of 518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gargaon is 58.01%. The male literacy rate is 66.24%, while the female literacy rate is 49.68%.