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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Walhivare village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 687 males and 694 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 732 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walhivare are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Walhivare?
Walhivare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walhivare?
The pincode of Walhivare is 421401.
What is the population of Walhivare?
Walhivare has a total population of 1,381, including 687 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Walhivare?
There are 280 households in Walhivare.
What is the literacy rate in Walhivare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walhivare is 53.01%. Male literacy is 61.14% and female literacy is 44.96%.