Chafe - Murbad, Thane
Chafe is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Chafe village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chafe is 553176. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.22 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Chafe 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 Chafe
According to the 2011 Census, Chafe village had a total population of 303 people, including 159 males and 144 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.25%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 39.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 104 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 94 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 65 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Chafe
Chafe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhasai | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Eklahare | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Devghar | South | 2.44 km |
| Ojiwale | West | 2.90 km |
| Alyani | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Manivali Gho | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Talavali Baragaon | North | 3.08 km |
| Ranjangaon | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Kandali | West | 3.96 km |
| Mahaj | South-West | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chafe
Public transport in the Chafe is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 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 Chafe is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chafe is about 101 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 Chafe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chafe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chafe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chafe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chafe
Where is Chafe located?
Chafe village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chafe?
Chafe is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chafe?
The pincode of Chafe is 421402.
What is the population of Chafe?
Chafe had a total population of 303, including 159 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Chafe?
Chafe had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chafe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chafe was 55.25%. Male literacy was 70.15% and female literacy was 39.02%.