Bhoir Gaon - Bhiwandi, Thane
Bhoir Gaon is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kukase serves as the Village Panchayat for Bhoir Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoir Gaon is 552626. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhoir Gaon 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 Bhoir Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhoir Gaon village had a total population of 396 people, including 216 males and 180 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.64%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 80.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 396 | 216 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 184 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoir Gaon
Bhoir Gaon 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 Bhoir Gaon
Bhoir Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Bhoir Gaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bhoir Gaon is about 32 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 Bhoir Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoir Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhoir Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoir Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhoir Gaon
Where is Bhoir Gaon located?
Bhoir Gaon village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhoir Gaon?
The Village Panchayat of Bhoir Gaon is Kukase.
What is the pincode of Bhoir Gaon?
The pincode of Bhoir Gaon is 421302.
What is the population of Bhoir Gaon?
Bhoir Gaon had a total population of 396, including 216 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bhoir Gaon?
Bhoir Gaon had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoir Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoir Gaon was 89.64%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 80.95%.