Apti Bk. - Vikramgad, Palghar
Apti Bk. is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vikramgad and around 90 km from Thane. Chinchghar serves as the Village Panchayat for Apti Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Apti Bk. is 551784. The village covers a total geographical area of 440 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Apti Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Apti Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Apti Bk. village had a total population of 1,343 people, including 668 males and 675 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.54%, with male literacy at 67.47% and female literacy at 47.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,321.
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 | 1,343 | 668 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 130 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,321 | 660 | 661 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 363 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 305 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Apti Bk.
Apti Bk. 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 Apti Bk.
Apti Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Palghar to Apti Bk. is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Apti Bk. is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Apti Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Apti Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Apti Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Apti Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Apti Bk.
Where is Apti Bk. located?
Apti Bk. village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Apti Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Apti Bk. is Chinchghar.
What is the pincode of Apti Bk.?
The pincode of Apti Bk. is 421303.
What is the population of Apti Bk.?
Apti Bk. had a total population of 1,343, including 668 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Apti Bk.?
Apti Bk. had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Apti Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Apti Bk. was 57.54%. Male literacy was 67.47% and female literacy was 47.57%.