Eksal - Bhiwandi, Thane
Eksal is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Eksal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Eksal is 552553. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.48 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Eksal 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 Eksal
As per Census 2011, Eksal village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 390 males and 404 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 547 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Eksal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 390 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 90 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 288 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 102 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Eksal
Eksal 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 Eksal
Eksal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 to Eksal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Eksal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Eksal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Eksal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Eksal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Eksal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Eksal
Where is Eksal located?
Eksal village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Eksal?
Eksal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Eksal?
The pincode of Eksal is 421302.
What is the population of Eksal?
Eksal has a total population of 794, including 390 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Eksal?
There are 165 households in Eksal.
What is the literacy rate in Eksal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Eksal is 68.89%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 64.11%.