Chandrapur - Murbad, Thane
Chandrapur is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Patgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Chandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapur is 553275. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.49 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Badlapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapur village had a total population of 596 people, including 284 males and 312 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.42%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 585.
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 | 596 | 284 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 585 | 277 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 181 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 103 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapur
Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
Chandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Badlapur to Chandrapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chandrapur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandrapur
Where is Chandrapur located?
Chandrapur village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandrapur?
The Village Panchayat of Chandrapur is Patgaon.
What is the pincode of Chandrapur?
The pincode of Chandrapur is 421402.
What is the population of Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had a total population of 596, including 284 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapur was 61.42%. Male literacy was 71.83% and female literacy was 51.67%.