Khandare - Murbad, Thane
Khandare 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 72 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Khandare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandare is 553130. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.73 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Khandare 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 Khandare
As per Census 2011, Khandare village has a total population of 606 people, consisting of 314 males and 292 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 314 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 277 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 37 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Khandare
Khandare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamghar | West | 1.16 km |
| Shelari | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Koravale | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Vidhe | East | 2.21 km |
| Kalamkhande | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Mhadas | South | 2.95 km |
| Rao | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Bhuvan | West | 3.73 km |
| Kalambhad (mu) | East | 3.77 km |
| Shivale | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandare
Khandare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 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 Khandare is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khandare is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandare 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 Khandare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandare 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandare
Where is Khandare located?
Khandare village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandare?
Khandare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandare?
The pincode of Khandare is 421401.
What is the population of Khandare?
Khandare has a total population of 606, including 314 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Khandare?
There are 133 households in Khandare.
What is the literacy rate in Khandare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandare is 77.39%. Male literacy is 88.22% and female literacy is 65.75%.