Khapari - Murbad, Thane
Khapari is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Khapari village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapari is 553213. The village covers a total geographical area of 815.57 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Khapari 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 Khapari
According to the 2011 Census, Khapari village had a total population of 1,318 people, including 630 males and 688 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.09%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 68.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 1,318 | 630 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 219 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 496 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 134 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Khapari
Khapari 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 Khapari
Khapari 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 Khapari is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khapari is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapari 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 Khapari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khapari
Where is Khapari located?
Khapari village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khapari?
Khapari is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khapari?
The pincode of Khapari is 421402.
What is the population of Khapari?
Khapari had a total population of 1,318, including 630 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Khapari?
Khapari had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapari was 78.09%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 68.85%.