Bhorande - Murbad, Thane
Bhorande is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bhorande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhorande is 553233. The village covers a total geographical area of 818.38 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Bhorande 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 Bhorande
As per Census 2011, Bhorande village has a total population of 64 people, consisting of 36 males and 28 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhorande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Bhorande
Bhorande 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 Bhorande
Bhorande is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhorande is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bhorande is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhorande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhorande 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 Bhorande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhorande 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 Bhorande
Where is Bhorande located?
Bhorande village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhorande?
Bhorande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhorande?
The pincode of Bhorande is 421401.
What is the population of Bhorande?
Bhorande has a total population of 64, including 36 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Bhorande?
There are 12 households in Bhorande.
What is the literacy rate in Bhorande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhorande is 70.31%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 57.14%.