Inde - Murbad, Thane
Inde is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Inde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Inde is 553157. The village covers a total geographical area of 613 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Inde 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 Inde
As per Census 2011, Inde village has a total population of 885 people, consisting of 439 males and 446 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Inde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 439 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 349 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 90 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Inde
Inde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umaroli Bk. | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Ojiwale | East | 2.22 km |
| Khedale | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Ranjangaon | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Sajgaon | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Sayale | North | 2.54 km |
| Kandali | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Parhe | South | 2.67 km |
| Balegaon | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Ambele Kh. | West | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Inde
Inde is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 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 Inde is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Inde 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 Inde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Inde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Inde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Inde 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Inde
Where is Inde located?
Inde village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Inde?
Inde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Inde?
The pincode of Inde is 421402.
What is the population of Inde?
Inde has a total population of 885, including 439 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Inde?
There are 197 households in Inde.
What is the literacy rate in Inde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Inde is 69.04%. Male literacy is 79.50% and female literacy is 58.74%.