Karchonde - Murbad, Thane
Karchonde 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 105 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Karchonde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchonde is 553221. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.38 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Karchonde 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 Karchonde
According to the 2011 Census, Karchonde village had a total population of 731 people, including 368 males and 363 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.92%, with male literacy at 75.71% and female literacy at 52.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 731 | 368 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 210 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 240 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 128 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Karchonde
Karchonde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hedavali | West | 1.20 km |
| Kudshet | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Talavali Baragaon | South | 2.19 km |
| Manivali Gho | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Chasole | North | 3.23 km |
| Vaishakhare | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Tokawade | West | 3.62 km |
| Udaldoh | East | 3.87 km |
| Balegaon | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Eklahare | South | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karchonde
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karchonde. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Karchonde is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Karchonde is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchonde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchonde 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 Karchonde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchonde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karchonde
Where is Karchonde located?
Karchonde village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karchonde?
Karchonde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karchonde?
The pincode of Karchonde is 421402.
What is the population of Karchonde?
Karchonde had a total population of 731, including 368 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Karchonde?
Karchonde had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karchonde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchonde was 63.92%. Male literacy was 75.71% and female literacy was 52.06%.