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 Village 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)
According to the 2011 Census, Belwali (So) village had a total population of 565 people, including 274 males and 291 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 62.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Belwali (So)?
The Village 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) had a total population of 565, including 274 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Belwali (So)?
Belwali (So) had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belwali (So)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwali (So) was 75.10%. Male literacy was 88.61% and female literacy was 62.84%.