Khoni - Kalyan, Thane
Khoni is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Khoni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoni is 553000. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 421204 pincode. Dombivali is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khoni
According to the 2011 Census, Khoni village had a total population of 2,107 people, including 1,077 males and 1,030 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 85.22% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 2,107 | 1,077 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 143 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 125 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,426 | 796 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 281 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Khoni
Khoni 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 Khoni
Khoni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dombivali to Khoni is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khoni is about 28 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 Khoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoni 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 Khoni
Where is Khoni located?
Khoni village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoni?
Khoni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khoni?
The pincode of Khoni is 421204.
What is the population of Khoni?
Khoni had a total population of 2,107, including 1,077 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Khoni?
Khoni had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoni was 77.75%. Male literacy was 85.22% and female literacy was 70.00%.