Ghesar - Kalyan, Thane
Ghesar is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Thane.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghesar is 552995. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.35 hectares and falls under the 421204 pincode. Dombivali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghesar
As per Census 2011, Ghesar village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 494 males and 449 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 627 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 494 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 356 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 138 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Ghesar
Ghesar 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 Ghesar
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dombivali to Ghesar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ghesar is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Ghesar
Where is Ghesar located?
Ghesar village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Ghesar?
The pincode of Ghesar is 421204.
What is the population of Ghesar?
Ghesar has a total population of 943, including 494 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Ghesar?
There are 229 households in Ghesar.
What is the literacy rate in Ghesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghesar is 66.49%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 60.36%.