Khutal Baragaon - Murbad, Thane
Khutal Baragaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Khutal(bara) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutal Baragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutal Baragaon is 553211. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170.14 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Khutal Baragaon 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 Khutal Baragaon
As per Census 2011, Khutal Baragaon village has a total population of 1,747 people, consisting of 915 males and 832 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,144 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khutal Baragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,747 | 915 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,144 | 609 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 639 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 276 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Khutal Baragaon
Khutal Baragaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dighephal | West | 1.82 km |
| Nyahadi | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Awalegaon | South | 3.01 km |
| Fangaloshi | North | 3.08 km |
| Ambiwali | West | 3.55 km |
| Jadai | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Fangane | South | 4.14 km |
| Chasole | West | 4.24 km |
| Udaldoh | South | 4.61 km |
| Talegaon | North | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khutal Baragaon
Public transport in the Khutal Baragaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khardi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.2 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 Khutal Baragaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khutal Baragaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutal Baragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutal Baragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khutal Baragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutal Baragaon 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 Khutal Baragaon
Where is Khutal Baragaon located?
Khutal Baragaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khutal Baragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutal Baragaon is Khutal(bara).
What is the pincode of Khutal Baragaon?
The pincode of Khutal Baragaon is 421401.
What is the population of Khutal Baragaon?
Khutal Baragaon has a total population of 1,747, including 915 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Khutal Baragaon?
There are 358 households in Khutal Baragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khutal Baragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutal Baragaon is 59.59%. Male literacy is 69.84% and female literacy is 48.32%.