Mhaskal

Mhaskal is a village located in Kalyan tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyan (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Mhaskal village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Mhaskal unique in its vibrant Kalyan-Thane region. You’ll see Mhaskal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Mhaskal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mhaskal is 552949. The village spans a total geographical area of 520.24 hectares. Kalyan is nearest town to Mhaskal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mhaskal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mhaskal

According to the 2011 Census, Mhaskal has a total population of about 1,226, with approximately 609 males and 617 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 417. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.77%, with male literacy at about 63.55% and female literacy near 50.08%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mhaskal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,226 609 617
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 171 75 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 417 205 212
Literate Population 696 387 309
Illiterate Population 530 222 308

Connectivity of Mhaskal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mhaskal. As per the 2011 stats, Mhaskal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mhaskal

Knowing the nearby villages of Mhaskal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mhaskal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mhaskal

Where is Mhaskal located?
Mhaskal village is situated in Kalyan Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mhaskal?
Mhaskal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Mhaskal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mhaskal is 1,226, with 609 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Mhaskal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mhaskal village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mhaskal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mhaskal is 56.77%. The male literacy rate is 63.55%, while the female literacy rate is 50.08%.