Kisal - Murbad, Thane
Kisal is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kisal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kisal is 553144. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Kisal 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 Kisal
As per Census 2011, Kisal village has a total population of 1,150 people, consisting of 563 males and 587 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kisal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,150 | 563 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 56 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 463 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 100 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Kisal
Kisal 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 Kisal
Public transport in the Kisal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kisal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Kisal is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kisal is about 73 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 Kisal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kisal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kisal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kisal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kisal
Where is Kisal located?
Kisal village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kisal?
Kisal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kisal?
The pincode of Kisal is 421401.
What is the population of Kisal?
Kisal has a total population of 1,150, including 563 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Kisal?
There are 234 households in Kisal.
What is the literacy rate in Kisal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kisal is 68.87%. Male literacy is 82.24% and female literacy is 56.05%.