Varap - Kalyan, Thane
Varap 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. Varap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varap is 552979. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.34 hectares and falls under the 421103 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Varap 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 Varap
As per Census 2011, Varap village has a total population of 5,287 people, consisting of 2,717 males and 2,570 females. The village has 1,210 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,912 literate and 1,375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,287 | 2,717 | 2,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 364 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 238 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 3,912 | 2,141 | 1,771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 576 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Varap
Varap 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 Varap
Varap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Varap.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Varap is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Varap 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 Varap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varap 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 Varap
Where is Varap located?
Varap village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varap?
Varap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varap?
The pincode of Varap is 421103.
What is the population of Varap?
Varap has a total population of 5,287, including 2,717 males and 2,570 females.
How many households are there in Varap?
There are 1,210 households in Varap.
What is the literacy rate in Varap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varap is 73.99%. Male literacy is 78.80% and female literacy is 68.91%.