Alawe - Murbad, Thane
Alawe is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bhorande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alawe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alawe is 553189. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Alawe 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 Alawe
As per Census 2011, Alawe village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 174 males and 177 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alawe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 174 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 61 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 126 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 48 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Alawe
Alawe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khed | South | 1.44 km |
| Mandus | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Wanote | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Kambe | North | 2.90 km |
| Shelgaon | South | 3.11 km |
| Gunde | East | 3.25 km |
| Shai | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Malad | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Talegaon | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Tembhurli | West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alawe
Public transport in the Alawe is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kasara, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Alawe is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Alawe is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alawe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alawe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alawe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alawe 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 Alawe
Where is Alawe located?
Alawe village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alawe?
The Gram Panchayat of Alawe is Bhorande.
What is the pincode of Alawe?
The pincode of Alawe is 421401.
What is the population of Alawe?
Alawe has a total population of 351, including 174 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Alawe?
There are 77 households in Alawe.
What is the literacy rate in Alawe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alawe is 61.82%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 51.41%.