Fangane - Murbad, Thane
Fangane is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bhorande serves as the Village Panchayat for Fangane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fangane is 553224. The village covers a total geographical area of 714 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Fangane 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 Fangane
According to the 2011 Census, Fangane village had a total population of 496 people, including 250 males and 246 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.61%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 71.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 496 | 250 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 195 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 55 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Fangane
Fangane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awalegaon | North | 1.13 km |
| Udaldoh | West | 1.33 km |
| Moroshi | East | 2.68 km |
| Vaishakhare | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Nyahadi | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Khutal Baragaon | North | 4.14 km |
| Kudshet | West | 4.23 km |
| Pendhari | South | 4.25 km |
| Chasole | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Dighephal | North | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fangane
Fangane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 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 Fangane is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Fangane is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fangane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fangane 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 Fangane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fangane 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 Fangane
Where is Fangane located?
Fangane village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Fangane?
The Village Panchayat of Fangane is Bhorande.
What is the pincode of Fangane?
The pincode of Fangane is 421401.
What is the population of Fangane?
Fangane had a total population of 496, including 250 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Fangane?
Fangane had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fangane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fangane was 80.61%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 71.77%.