Walhivare - Murbad, Thane
Walhivare is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Walhivare village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walhivare is 553227. The village covers a total geographical area of 3204 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Walhivare 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 Walhivare
According to the 2011 Census, Walhivare village had a total population of 1,381 people, including 687 males and 694 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.72%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 51.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,368.
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 | 1,381 | 687 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 109 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,368 | 679 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 420 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 267 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Walhivare
Walhivare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diwanpada | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Merdi | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Sawarne | South | 4.55 km |
| Fangulgavhan | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Thitabi | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Nyahadi | West | 5.84 km |
| Fangaloshi | West | 7.34 km |
| Khireshwar | East | 7.39 km |
| Moroshi | South-West | 7.69 km |
| Lavhali Otur | North-East | 7.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walhivare
Public transport in the Walhivare is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 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 Walhivare is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Walhivare is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walhivare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walhivare 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Walhivare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walhivare 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 Walhivare
Where is Walhivare located?
Walhivare village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Walhivare?
Walhivare is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walhivare?
The pincode of Walhivare is 421401.
What is the population of Walhivare?
Walhivare had a total population of 1,381, including 687 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Walhivare?
Walhivare had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walhivare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walhivare was 61.72%. Male literacy was 72.66% and female literacy was 51.32%.