Aghai - Shahapur, Thane
Aghai is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Aghai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aghai is 552690. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311.03 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Aghai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aghai
According to the 2011 Census, Aghai village had a total population of 2,276 people, including 1,171 males and 1,105 females, living in 423 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.27%, with male literacy at 77.89% and female literacy at 60.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,791.
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 | 2,276 | 1,171 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,791 | 923 | 868 |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 803 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 368 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Aghai
Aghai 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 Aghai
Public transport in the Aghai is mainly available through bus 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 Bhiwandi to Aghai is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Aghai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aghai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aghai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aghai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aghai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aghai
Where is Aghai located?
Aghai village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Aghai?
Aghai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aghai?
The pincode of Aghai is 421601.
What is the population of Aghai?
Aghai had a total population of 2,276, including 1,171 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Aghai?
Aghai had 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aghai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aghai was 69.27%. Male literacy was 77.89% and female literacy was 60.06%.