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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Karchonde village has a total population of 731 people, consisting of 368 males and 363 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 423 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karchonde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 731 | 368 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Karchonde?
Karchonde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karchonde?
The pincode of Karchonde is 421402.
What is the population of Karchonde?
Karchonde has a total population of 731, including 368 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Karchonde?
There are 142 households in Karchonde.
What is the literacy rate in Karchonde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchonde is 55.27%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 45.18%.