Kandali Khurd - Bhiwandi, Thane
Kandali Khurd is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kandali serves as the Village Panchayat for Kandali Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandali Khurd is 552578. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.78 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kandali Khurd 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 Kandali Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Kandali Khurd village had a total population of 128 people, including 57 males and 71 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,246 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.49%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 78.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 128 | 57 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kandali Khurd
Kandali Khurd 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 Kandali Khurd
Kandali Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kandali Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Kandali Khurd is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kandali Khurd is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandali Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandali Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandali Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandali Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandali Khurd
Where is Kandali Khurd located?
Kandali Khurd village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kandali Khurd?
The Village Panchayat of Kandali Khurd is Kandali.
What is the pincode of Kandali Khurd?
The pincode of Kandali Khurd is 421302.
What is the population of Kandali Khurd?
Kandali Khurd had a total population of 128, including 57 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Kandali Khurd?
Kandali Khurd had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandali Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandali Khurd was 83.49%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 78.33%.