Aatkoli - Bhiwandi, Thane
Aatkoli is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bhadane serves as the Village Panchayat for Aatkoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aatkoli is 552609. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.55 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Aatkoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aatkoli
According to the 2011 Census, Aatkoli village had a total population of 463 people, including 245 males and 218 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.97%, with male literacy at 97.09% and female literacy at 94.76%.
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 | 463 | 245 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 200 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Aatkoli
Aatkoli 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 Aatkoli
Public transport in the Aatkoli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Aatkoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Aatkoli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Aatkoli is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aatkoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aatkoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aatkoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aatkoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Aatkoli
Where is Aatkoli located?
Aatkoli village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Aatkoli?
The Village Panchayat of Aatkoli is Bhadane.
What is the pincode of Aatkoli?
The pincode of Aatkoli is 421302.
What is the population of Aatkoli?
Aatkoli had a total population of 463, including 245 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Aatkoli?
Aatkoli had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aatkoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aatkoli was 95.97%. Male literacy was 97.09% and female literacy was 94.76%.