Malhed - Murbad, Thane
Malhed is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Malhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhed is 553115. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.37 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Malhed 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 Malhed
As per Census 2011, Malhed village has a total population of 1,181 people, consisting of 608 males and 573 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,181 | 608 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 70 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 21 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 442 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 166 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Malhed
Malhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambele Bk. | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Dehnoli | South | 1.64 km |
| Kolthan | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Tembhare Bk. | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Pimpalgaon | West | 3.41 km |
| Shivale | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Nadhai | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Khateghar | South | 3.72 km |
| Narayangaon | East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malhed
Public transport in the Malhed is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| 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 Malhed is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Malhed is about 72 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 Malhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhed 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 Malhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhed 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malhed
Where is Malhed located?
Malhed village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malhed?
Malhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malhed?
The pincode of Malhed is 421401.
What is the population of Malhed?
Malhed has a total population of 1,181, including 608 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Malhed?
There are 234 households in Malhed.
What is the literacy rate in Malhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhed is 63.25%. Male literacy is 72.70% and female literacy is 53.23%.