Rajnagar - Bhiwandi, Thane
Rajnagar is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Lonad serves as the Village Panchayat for Rajnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajnagar is 552655. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rajnagar 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 Rajnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Rajnagar village had a total population of 831 people, including 474 males and 357 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 753 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.99%, with male literacy at 93.89% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 831 | 474 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 384 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Rajnagar
Rajnagar 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 Rajnagar
Public transport in the Rajnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Rajnagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Rajnagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Rajnagar is about 17 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 Rajnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajnagar 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 Rajnagar
Where is Rajnagar located?
Rajnagar village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rajnagar?
The Village Panchayat of Rajnagar is Lonad.
What is the pincode of Rajnagar?
The pincode of Rajnagar is 421302.
What is the population of Rajnagar?
Rajnagar had a total population of 831, including 474 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Rajnagar?
Rajnagar had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rajnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajnagar was 86.99%. Male literacy was 93.89% and female literacy was 77.78%.