Sape - Ambarnath, Thane
Sape is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dahivali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sape village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sape is 553040. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 421503 pincode. Badlapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sape village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sape
As per Census 2011, Sape village has a total population of 15 people, consisting of 7 males and 8 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sape are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Sape
Sape 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamtoli | South | 1.09 km |
| Jambhale | East | 1.41 km |
| Dahivali | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Devaloli | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Tan | South | 2.44 km |
| Khunteevali | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Savare | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Kasgaon | South | 3.32 km |
| Kanhor | East | 3.79 km |
| Goregaon | South | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sape
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sape. The nearest railway station is Badlapur, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badlapur to Sape is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sape is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sape
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sape 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sape
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sape 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sape
Where is Sape located?
Sape village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sape?
The Gram Panchayat of Sape is Dahivali.
What is the pincode of Sape?
The pincode of Sape is 421503.
What is the population of Sape?
Sape has a total population of 15, including 7 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Sape?
There are 3 households in Sape.
What is the literacy rate in Sape?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sape is 73.33%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 62.50%.