Sarang - Bhiwandi, Thane
Sarang is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Surai-sarang serves as the Village Panchayat for Sarang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarang is 552669. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sarang 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 Sarang
According to the 2011 Census, Sarang village had a total population of 893 people, including 471 males and 422 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.97%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 70.77%.
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 | 893 | 471 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 360 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 111 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Sarang
Sarang 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 Sarang
Sarang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sarang has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sarang is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sarang is about 14 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 Sarang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarang 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 Sarang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarang
Where is Sarang located?
Sarang village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sarang?
The Village Panchayat of Sarang is Surai-sarang.
What is the pincode of Sarang?
The pincode of Sarang is 421302.
What is the population of Sarang?
Sarang had a total population of 893, including 471 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Sarang?
Sarang had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarang was 79.97%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 70.77%.