Koloshi - Murbad, Thane
Koloshi 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. Koloshi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koloshi is 553251. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.27 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Koloshi 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 Koloshi
According to the 2011 Census, Koloshi village had a total population of 821 people, including 396 males and 425 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.53%, with male literacy at 82.67% and female literacy at 54.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 714.
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 | 821 | 396 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 44 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 714 | 349 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 291 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 105 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Koloshi
Koloshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaigaon | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Padale | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Mandwat | North | 2.03 km |
| Mahaj | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Kheware | East | 2.90 km |
| Thune | West | 3.26 km |
| Parhe | North | 3.28 km |
| Kalambhe | West | 3.43 km |
| Dudhanoli | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Talwali Tarf Ghorad | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koloshi
Public transport in the Koloshi 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 58.5 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 Koloshi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Koloshi 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 Koloshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koloshi 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 Koloshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koloshi 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 Koloshi
Where is Koloshi located?
Koloshi village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Koloshi?
Koloshi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koloshi?
The pincode of Koloshi is 421401.
What is the population of Koloshi?
Koloshi had a total population of 821, including 396 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Koloshi?
Koloshi had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koloshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koloshi was 68.53%. Male literacy was 82.67% and female literacy was 54.82%.