Karvele - Murbad, Thane
Karvele is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Karvale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karvele village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karvele is 553090. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170.16 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karvele 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 Karvele
As per Census 2011, Karvele village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 580 males and 538 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karvele are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 580 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 474 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 106 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Karvele
Karvele 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghivali | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Chikhale | North | 2.61 km |
| Tembhare Bk. | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Asose | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Shirgaon | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Ghosai | West | 3.41 km |
| Tembhare (khurd) | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Ambarje | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Masavane | North | 3.84 km |
| Bhagdal | East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karvele
Karvele is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Vasind, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 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 Karvele is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Karvele is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karvele
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karvele 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karvele
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karvele 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karvele
Where is Karvele located?
Karvele village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karvele?
The Gram Panchayat of Karvele is Karvale.
What is the pincode of Karvele?
The pincode of Karvele is 421401.
What is the population of Karvele?
Karvele has a total population of 1,118, including 580 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Karvele?
There are 218 households in Karvele.
What is the literacy rate in Karvele?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karvele is 73.26%. Male literacy is 81.72% and female literacy is 64.13%.