Khopivali - Murbad, Thane
Khopivali is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Khopiwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khopivali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khopivali is 553262. The village covers a total geographical area of 494 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Khopivali 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 Khopivali
As per Census 2011, Khopivali village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 660 males and 673 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 859 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khopivali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 660 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 98 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 859 | 489 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 171 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Khopivali
Khopivali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorakhagad | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Dehari | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Talekhal | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Uchale | West | 3.06 km |
| Dudhanoli | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Koloshi | North | 4.09 km |
| Kalambhe | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Narivali | West | 4.44 km |
| Ahupe | South | 4.49 km |
| Padale | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khopivali
Khopivali 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 57.4 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 Khopivali is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khopivali is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khopivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khopivali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khopivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khopivali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khopivali
Where is Khopivali located?
Khopivali village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khopivali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khopivali is Khopiwali.
What is the pincode of Khopivali?
The pincode of Khopivali is 421401.
What is the population of Khopivali?
Khopivali has a total population of 1,333, including 660 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Khopivali?
There are 276 households in Khopivali.
What is the literacy rate in Khopivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khopivali is 64.44%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 54.98%.