Khandape - Murbad, Thane
Khandape 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Khandape village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandape is 553140. The village covers a total geographical area of 685 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khandape 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 Khandape
As per Census 2011, Khandape village has a total population of 1,066 people, consisting of 553 males and 513 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 749 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandape are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 553 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 91 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 440 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 113 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Khandape
Khandape is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khandape
Khandape is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khandape is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khandape 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 Khandape
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandape 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 Khandape
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandape village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandape
Where is Khandape located?
Khandape village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandape?
Khandape is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandape?
The pincode of Khandape is 421401.
What is the population of Khandape?
Khandape has a total population of 1,066, including 553 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Khandape?
There are 203 households in Khandape.
What is the literacy rate in Khandape?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandape is 70.26%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 60.23%.