Kole - Murbad, Thane
Kole is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Fansoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kole is 553123. The village covers a total geographical area of 722.93 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kole 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 Kole
As per Census 2011, Kole village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 142 males and 125 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 142 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 57 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kole
Kole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shashtrinagar | East | 2.12 km |
| Pasheni | North | 2.32 km |
| Nandeni | North | 2.40 km |
| Ghorale | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Masale | West | 3.26 km |
| Chandap | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Wanjale | North | 3.66 km |
| Devape | North | 3.72 km |
| Vehare | East | 4.03 km |
| Manivali (shi) | East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kole
Kole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badlapur, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Kole is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kole is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kole
Where is Kole located?
Kole village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kole?
The Gram Panchayat of Kole is Fansoli.
What is the pincode of Kole?
The pincode of Kole is 421401.
What is the population of Kole?
Kole has a total population of 267, including 142 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Kole?
There are 63 households in Kole.
What is the literacy rate in Kole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kole is 59.18%. Male literacy is 59.86% and female literacy is 58.40%.