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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Khapari village has a total population of 1,318 people, consisting of 630 males and 688 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 916 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 437 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapari are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Khapari?
Khapari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khapari?
The pincode of Khapari is 421402.
What is the population of Khapari?
Khapari has a total population of 1,318, including 630 males and 688 females.
How many households are there in Khapari?
There are 244 households in Khapari.
What is the literacy rate in Khapari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapari is 69.50%. Male literacy is 78.73% and female literacy is 61.05%.