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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Aghai village has a total population of 2,276 people, consisting of 1,171 males and 1,105 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,382 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,791 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aghai are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Aghai?
Aghai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aghai?
The pincode of Aghai is 421601.
What is the population of Aghai?
Aghai has a total population of 2,276, including 1,171 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Aghai?
There are 423 households in Aghai.
What is the literacy rate in Aghai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aghai is 60.72%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 52.40%.