Hiwali - Bhiwandi, Thane
Hiwali 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 35 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Koshimbi serves as the Village Panchayat for Hiwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hiwali is 552517. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hiwali 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 Hiwali
According to the 2011 Census, Hiwali village had a total population of 883 people, including 460 males and 423 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.12%, with male literacy at 89.11% and female literacy at 74.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 883 | 460 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 360 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 100 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Hiwali
Hiwali 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 Hiwali
Hiwali 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 Hiwali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Hiwali is about 35 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 Hiwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hiwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hiwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hiwali 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hiwali
Where is Hiwali located?
Hiwali village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hiwali?
The Village Panchayat of Hiwali is Koshimbi.
What is the pincode of Hiwali?
The pincode of Hiwali is 421302.
What is the population of Hiwali?
Hiwali had a total population of 883, including 460 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Hiwali?
Hiwali had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hiwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hiwali was 82.12%. Male literacy was 89.11% and female literacy was 74.46%.