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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Khaling Khurd village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 302 males and 299 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaling Khurd are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Khaling Khurd?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 601, including 302 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Khaling Khurd?
There are 116 households in Khaling Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Khaling Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaling Khurd is 60.57%. Male literacy is 68.54% and female literacy is 52.51%.