Bharodi - Bhiwandi, Thane
Bharodi is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bharodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharodi is 552673. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bharodi 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 Bharodi
As per Census 2011, Bharodi village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 782 males and 751 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 782 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 561 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 221 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Bharodi
Bharodi 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 Bharodi
Bharodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bharodi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Bharodi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bharodi is about 12 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 Bharodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bharodi
Where is Bharodi located?
Bharodi village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharodi?
Bharodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharodi?
The pincode of Bharodi is 421302.
What is the population of Bharodi?
Bharodi has a total population of 1,533, including 782 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Bharodi?
There are 279 households in Bharodi.
What is the literacy rate in Bharodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharodi is 65.88%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 59.79%.