Lap Khurd - Bhiwandi, Thane
Lap Khurd is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Lap Bu. serves as the Village Panchayat for Lap Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lap Khurd is 552527. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.4 hectares and falls under the 421101 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lap 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 Lap Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Lap Khurd village had a total population of 664 people, including 350 males and 314 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 64.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 664 | 350 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 252 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 98 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Lap Khurd
Lap 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 Lap Khurd
Lap Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Nizampur to Lap Khurd is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Lap Khurd is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lap Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lap Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lap 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 Lap Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lap Khurd
Where is Lap Khurd located?
Lap Khurd village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Lap Khurd?
The Village Panchayat of Lap Khurd is Lap Bu..
What is the pincode of Lap Khurd?
The pincode of Lap Khurd is 421101.
What is the population of Lap Khurd?
Lap Khurd had a total population of 664, including 350 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Lap Khurd?
Lap Khurd had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lap Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lap Khurd was 74.30%. Male literacy was 82.89% and female literacy was 64.39%.