Belwali (So) - Shahapur, Thane
Belwali (So) is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dhadhare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belwali (So) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belwali (So) is 552805. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Belwali (So) 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 Belwali (So)
As per Census 2011, Belwali (So) village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 274 males and 291 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belwali (So) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 274 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 210 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 64 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Belwali (So)
Belwali (So) 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 Belwali (So)
Belwali (So) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Igatpuri to Belwali (So) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Belwali (So) 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 Belwali (So)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belwali (So) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belwali (So)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belwali (So) 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 Belwali (So)
Where is Belwali (So) located?
Belwali (So) village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belwali (So)?
The Gram Panchayat of Belwali (So) is Dhadhare.
What is the pincode of Belwali (So)?
The pincode of Belwali (So) is 421601.
What is the population of Belwali (So)?
Belwali (So) has a total population of 565, including 274 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Belwali (So)?
There are 120 households in Belwali (So).
What is the literacy rate in Belwali (So)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwali (So) is 66.19%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 56.36%.