Bhiwali - Bhiwandi, Thane
Bhiwali is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Ganeshapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhiwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhiwali is 552491. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 401206 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhiwali 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 Bhiwali
As per Census 2011, Bhiwali village has a total population of 1,345 people, consisting of 710 males and 635 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,013 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhiwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 710 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,013 | 539 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 601 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 109 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Bhiwali
Bhiwali 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 Bhiwali
Bhiwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Bhiwali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bhiwali is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhiwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhiwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhiwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhiwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhiwali
Where is Bhiwali located?
Bhiwali village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhiwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhiwali is Ganeshapuri.
What is the pincode of Bhiwali?
The pincode of Bhiwali is 401206.
What is the population of Bhiwali?
Bhiwali has a total population of 1,345, including 710 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Bhiwali?
There are 233 households in Bhiwali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhiwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhiwali is 76.43%. Male literacy is 84.65% and female literacy is 67.24%.