Koravale - Murbad, Thane
Koravale is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Koravale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koravale is 553238. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.92 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan-dombivli is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Koravale 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 Koravale
According to the 2011 Census, Koravale village had a total population of 1,793 people, including 898 males and 895 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 86.17% and female literacy at 67.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,793 | 898 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 146 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 648 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 250 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Koravale
Koravale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandare | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Vidhe | South | 2.73 km |
| Jamghar | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Shivale | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Kanharle | East | 2.98 km |
| Nagaon | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Majgaon | East | 3.11 km |
| Kalamkhande | West | 3.18 km |
| Narayangaon | North | 3.19 km |
| Kalambhad (mu) | South-East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koravale
Public transport in the Koravale is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan-dombivli to Koravale is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Koravale 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 Koravale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koravale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koravale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koravale 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Koravale
Where is Koravale located?
Koravale village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Koravale?
Koravale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koravale?
The pincode of Koravale is 421401.
What is the population of Koravale?
Koravale had a total population of 1,793, including 898 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Koravale?
Koravale had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koravale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koravale was 76.57%. Male literacy was 86.17% and female literacy was 67.47%.