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
According to the 2011 Census, Sape village had a total population of 15 people, including 7 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 15, including 7 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Sape?
Sape had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sape?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sape was 84.62%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.