Zadghar - Murbad, Thane
Zadghar is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Zadghar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zadghar is 553223. The village covers a total geographical area of 796.29 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Zadghar 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 Zadghar
As per Census 2011, Zadghar village has a total population of 1,505 people, consisting of 760 males and 745 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,501 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zadghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,505 | 760 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 127 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,501 | 757 | 744 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 393 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 367 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Zadghar
Zadghar 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 Zadghar
Zadghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Zadghar is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Zadghar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zadghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zadghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zadghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zadghar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Zadghar
Where is Zadghar located?
Zadghar village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zadghar?
Zadghar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zadghar?
The pincode of Zadghar is 421402.
What is the population of Zadghar?
Zadghar has a total population of 1,505, including 760 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Zadghar?
There are 329 households in Zadghar.
What is the literacy rate in Zadghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zadghar is 44.25%. Male literacy is 51.71% and female literacy is 36.64%.