Alimghar - Bhiwandi, Thane
Alimghar is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Alimghar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alimghar is 552674. The village covers a total geographical area of 404 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Alimghar 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 Alimghar
According to the 2011 Census, Alimghar village had a total population of 1,345 people, including 682 males and 663 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.26%, with male literacy at 91.37% and female literacy at 73.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 1,345 | 682 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 91 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 540 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 142 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Alimghar
Alimghar 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 Alimghar
Alimghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Alimghar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Alimghar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Alimghar is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alimghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alimghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alimghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alimghar 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 Alimghar
Where is Alimghar located?
Alimghar village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Alimghar?
Alimghar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alimghar?
The pincode of Alimghar is 421302.
What is the population of Alimghar?
Alimghar had a total population of 1,345, including 682 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Alimghar?
Alimghar had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alimghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alimghar was 82.26%. Male literacy was 91.37% and female literacy was 73.19%.