Khaling Khurd - Bhiwandi, Thane
Khaling Khurd is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pundas serves as the Village Panchayat for Khaling Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaling Khurd is 552537. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 421101 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khaling 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 Khaling Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Khaling Khurd village had a total population of 601 people, including 302 males and 299 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.73%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 61.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 601 | 302 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 94 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 207 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 95 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Khaling Khurd
Khaling 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 Khaling Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khaling Khurd. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khaling Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Khaling Khurd is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khaling Khurd is about 40 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 Khaling Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaling Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaling 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 Khaling 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 Khaling Khurd
Where is Khaling Khurd located?
Khaling Khurd village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khaling Khurd?
The Village Panchayat of Khaling Khurd is Pundas.
What is the pincode of Khaling Khurd?
The pincode of Khaling Khurd is 421101.
What is the population of Khaling Khurd?
Khaling Khurd had a total population of 601, including 302 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Khaling Khurd?
Khaling Khurd had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaling Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaling Khurd was 69.73%. Male literacy was 78.11% and female literacy was 61.09%.