Sape
Sape is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Sape village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sape unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Sape’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sape
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sape is 552607. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.96 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Sape village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sape village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sape
Population of Sape
According to the 2011 Census, Sape has a total population of about 1,443, with approximately 757 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 152. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.07%, with male literacy at about 74.37% and female literacy near 54.81%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sape's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,443 | 757 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 563 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 194 | 310 |
Connectivity of Sape
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sape. As per the 2011 stats, Sape had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sape
Knowing the nearby villages of Sape helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sape.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sape
- Where is Sape located?
- Sape village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sape?
- Sape serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sape as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sape is 1,443, with 757 males and 686 females.
- How many households are there in Sape as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sape village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sape as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sape is 65.07%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 54.81%.