Bendekon - Shahapur, Thane
Bendekon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Varskaol serves as the Village Panchayat for Bendekon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendekon is 552742. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.32 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Bendekon 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 Bendekon
According to the 2011 Census, Bendekon village had a total population of 277 people, including 132 males and 145 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 277 | 132 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 93 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 78 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 54 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Bendekon
Bendekon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalpada | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Varaskol | East | 1.73 km |
| Palshin | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Ghanepada | South | 2.01 km |
| Golbhan | East | 3.24 km |
| Dahigaon | West | 3.42 km |
| Umbarkhand | South | 4.38 km |
| Ajnup | North | 4.91 km |
| Chande | South | 5.03 km |
| Dalkhan | South-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bendekon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bendekon. The nearest railway station is Khardi, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Bendekon is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bendekon is about 73 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 Bendekon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendekon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bendekon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendekon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bendekon
Where is Bendekon located?
Bendekon village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bendekon?
The Village Panchayat of Bendekon is Varskaol.
What is the pincode of Bendekon?
The pincode of Bendekon is 421601.
What is the population of Bendekon?
Bendekon had a total population of 277, including 132 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Bendekon?
Bendekon had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bendekon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendekon was 60.00%. Male literacy was 73.58% and female literacy was 47.37%.