Tungarthan - Bhiwandi, Thane
Tungarthan is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Mohandool serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tungarthan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungarthan is 552591. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode.
Tungarthan 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.
Nearby Villages of Tungarthan
Tungarthan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanivali | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Mohandul | West | 2.41 km |
| Umbarkhand | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Newade | North | 2.79 km |
| Karanjoti | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Vadvali Tarf Rahur | South | 3.28 km |
| Kasane | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Katbao | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Shirgaon | West | 4.07 km |
| Tulshi | South-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tungarthan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tungarthan. The nearest railway station is Khadavli, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thane to Tungarthan is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tungarthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungarthan 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 Tungarthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungarthan 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 Tungarthan
Where is Tungarthan located?
Tungarthan village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tungarthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tungarthan is Mohandool.
What is the pincode of Tungarthan?
The pincode of Tungarthan is 421302.