Fangaloshi - Murbad, Thane
Fangaloshi is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Fangloshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fangaloshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fangaloshi is 553200. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.76 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Fangaloshi 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 Fangaloshi
As per Census 2011, Fangaloshi village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 392 males and 414 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fangaloshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 392 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 182 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 286 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 106 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Fangaloshi
Fangaloshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talegaon | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Khutal Baragaon | South | 3.08 km |
| Dighephal | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Merdi | East | 3.75 km |
| Nyahadi | South | 4.29 km |
| Jadai | West | 4.71 km |
| Ambiwali | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Awalegaon | South | 6.01 km |
| Shelgaon | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Khed | North-West | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fangaloshi
Fangaloshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Fangaloshi is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Fangaloshi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fangaloshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fangaloshi 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 Fangaloshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fangaloshi 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 Fangaloshi
Where is Fangaloshi located?
Fangaloshi village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fangaloshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Fangaloshi is Fangloshi.
What is the pincode of Fangaloshi?
The pincode of Fangaloshi is 421401.
What is the population of Fangaloshi?
Fangaloshi has a total population of 806, including 392 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Fangaloshi?
There are 175 households in Fangaloshi.
What is the literacy rate in Fangaloshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fangaloshi is 62.03%. Male literacy is 72.96% and female literacy is 51.69%.