Kalambholi - Wada, Palghar
Kalambholi is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vada and around 69 km from Thane. Balivali serves as the Village Panchayat for Kalambholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalambholi is 552144. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kalambholi 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 Kalambholi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalambholi village had a total population of 252 people, including 119 males and 133 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 80.39% and female literacy at 68.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 252 | 119 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 17 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 67 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 37 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kalambholi
Kalambholi 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 Kalambholi
Kalambholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Kalambholi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kalambholi is about 69 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 Kalambholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalambholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalambholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalambholi 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalambholi
Where is Kalambholi located?
Kalambholi village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kalambholi?
The Village Panchayat of Kalambholi is Balivali.
What is the pincode of Kalambholi?
The pincode of Kalambholi is 421303.
What is the population of Kalambholi?
Kalambholi had a total population of 252, including 119 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Kalambholi?
Kalambholi had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalambholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalambholi was 74.27%. Male literacy was 80.39% and female literacy was 68.27%.