Khardi - Bhiwandi, Thane
Khardi is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Paigaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Khardi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardi is 552473. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khardi 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 Khardi
According to the 2011 Census, Khardi village had a total population of 600 people, including 305 males and 295 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.68%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 76.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 600 | 305 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 222 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 83 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Khardi
Khardi 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 Khardi
Khardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khardi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Khardi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khardi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khardi
Where is Khardi located?
Khardi village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khardi?
The Village Panchayat of Khardi is Paigaon.
What is the pincode of Khardi?
The pincode of Khardi is 421302.
What is the population of Khardi?
Khardi had a total population of 600, including 305 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Khardi?
Khardi had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardi was 81.68%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 76.36%.