Kochare Bk. - Murbad, Thane
Kochare Bk. is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Chasole serves as the Village Panchayat for Kochare Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kochare Bk. is 553205. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.84 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Kochare Bk. 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 Kochare Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Kochare Bk. village had a total population of 415 people, including 208 males and 207 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.86%, with male literacy at 80.35% and female literacy at 41.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 414.
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 | 415 | 208 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 207 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 139 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 69 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Kochare Bk.
Kochare Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kochare Kh. | East | 0.10 km |
| Ambivali (so) | West | 2.28 km |
| Tokawade | South | 2.86 km |
| Mal | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kharangan | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Sogaon | West | 3.80 km |
| Pargaon | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Nadgaon So | West | 4.47 km |
| Shiroshi | North | 4.65 km |
| Hedavali | South-East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kochare Bk.
Public transport in the Kochare Bk. is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 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 Kochare Bk. is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kochare Bk. is about 75 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 Kochare Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kochare Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kochare Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kochare Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kochare Bk.
Where is Kochare Bk. located?
Kochare Bk. village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kochare Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Kochare Bk. is Chasole.
What is the pincode of Kochare Bk.?
The pincode of Kochare Bk. is 421402.
What is the population of Kochare Bk.?
Kochare Bk. had a total population of 415, including 208 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Kochare Bk.?
Kochare Bk. had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kochare Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kochare Bk. was 60.86%. Male literacy was 80.35% and female literacy was 41.81%.