Belwali - Shahapur, Thane
Belwali is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kanadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Belwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belwali is 552846. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.16 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Belwali 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
According to the 2011 Census, Belwali village had a total population of 8 people, including 3 males and 5 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Belwali
Belwali 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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Belwali. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Belwali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Belwali is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Belwali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belwali
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 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belwali
Where is Belwali located?
Belwali village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Belwali?
The Village Panchayat of Belwali is Kanadi.
What is the pincode of Belwali?
The pincode of Belwali is 421601.
What is the population of Belwali?
Belwali had a total population of 8, including 3 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Belwali?
Belwali had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belwali was 71.43%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 75.00%.