Phalegaon - Kalyan, Thane
Phalegaon is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Falegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phalegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phalegaon is 552937. The village covers a total geographical area of 722.19 hectares and falls under the 421605 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Phalegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phalegaon
As per Census 2011, Phalegaon village has a total population of 2,263 people, consisting of 1,186 males and 1,077 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,487 literate and 776 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phalegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,263 | 1,186 | 1,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 1,487 | 851 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 335 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Phalegaon
Phalegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Runde | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Aarele | North | 2.50 km |
| Ushid | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Adivali | South | 2.85 km |
| Danbav | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Utane | West | 3.15 km |
| Ghosai | East | 3.35 km |
| Hal | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Mhaskal | South | 3.50 km |
| Nadgaon | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phalegaon
Phalegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Titvala, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Phalegaon is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Phalegaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phalegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phalegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phalegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phalegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phalegaon
Where is Phalegaon located?
Phalegaon village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phalegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Phalegaon is Falegaon.
What is the pincode of Phalegaon?
The pincode of Phalegaon is 421605.
What is the population of Phalegaon?
Phalegaon has a total population of 2,263, including 1,186 males and 1,077 females.
How many households are there in Phalegaon?
There are 485 households in Phalegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Phalegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phalegaon is 65.71%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 59.05%.