Milhe - Murbad, Thane
Milhe is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Milhe village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milhe is 553263. The village covers a total geographical area of 957 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Milhe 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 Milhe
According to the 2011 Census, Milhe village had a total population of 985 people, including 510 males and 475 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.56%, with male literacy at 89.12% and female literacy at 59.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 985 | 510 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 393 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 117 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Milhe
Milhe is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Milhe
Public transport in the Milhe is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Milhe is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Milhe is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Milhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milhe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Milhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milhe 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Milhe
Where is Milhe located?
Milhe village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Milhe?
Milhe is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Milhe?
The pincode of Milhe is 421401.
What is the population of Milhe?
Milhe had a total population of 985, including 510 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Milhe?
Milhe had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milhe was 74.56%. Male literacy was 89.12% and female literacy was 59.13%.