Mharal Khurd - Kalyan, Thane
Mharal Khurd is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Mharal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mharal Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mharal Khurd is 552980. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.67 hectares and falls under the 421103 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mharal Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ulhas Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mharal Khurd
As per Census 2011, Mharal Khurd village has a total population of 2,163 people, consisting of 1,169 males and 994 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mharal Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,163 | 1,169 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 172 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 899 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 270 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Mharal Khurd
Mharal Khurd 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 Mharal Khurd
Mharal Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Mharal Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Mharal Khurd is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Mharal Khurd is about 30 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 Mharal Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mharal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mharal Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mharal Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mharal Khurd
Where is Mharal Khurd located?
Mharal Khurd village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mharal Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Mharal Khurd is Mharal.
What is the pincode of Mharal Khurd?
The pincode of Mharal Khurd is 421103.
What is the population of Mharal Khurd?
Mharal Khurd has a total population of 2,163, including 1,169 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Mharal Khurd?
There are 507 households in Mharal Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Mharal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mharal Khurd is 73.19%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 68.81%.