Ojiwale - Murbad, Thane
Ojiwale is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Ojiwale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ojiwale is 553171. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.96 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ojiwale 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 Ojiwale
As per Census 2011, Ojiwale village has a total population of 380 people, consisting of 204 males and 176 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ojiwale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 204 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 154 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 50 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Ojiwale
Ojiwale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjangaon | North | 1.68 km |
| Kandali | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Dhasai | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Umaroli Bk. | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Inde | West | 2.22 km |
| Alyani | South | 2.49 km |
| Manivali Gho | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Chafe | East | 2.90 km |
| Parhe | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Mahaj | South | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ojiwale
Ojiwale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ojiwale is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ojiwale is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ojiwale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ojiwale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ojiwale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ojiwale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ojiwale
Where is Ojiwale located?
Ojiwale village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ojiwale?
Ojiwale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ojiwale?
The pincode of Ojiwale is 421402.
What is the population of Ojiwale?
Ojiwale has a total population of 380, including 204 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Ojiwale?
There are 92 households in Ojiwale.
What is the literacy rate in Ojiwale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ojiwale is 67.37%. Male literacy is 75.49% and female literacy is 57.95%.