Ghosai - Shahapur, Thane
Ghosai is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosai is 552897. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode.
Ghosai 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.
Nearby Villages of Ghosai
Ghosai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hal | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Ambarje | North | 1.47 km |
| Ushid | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Asose | South | 2.54 km |
| Phalegaon | West | 3.35 km |
| Hireghar | South | 3.37 km |
| Karvele | East | 3.41 km |
| Aarele | West | 3.61 km |
| Shei | North | 3.62 km |
| Masavane | North-East | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghosai
Ghosai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khadavli, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thane to Ghosai is about 74 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 Ghosai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghosai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosai 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 Ghosai
Where is Ghosai located?
Ghosai village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosai is Shei.
What is the pincode of Ghosai?
The pincode of Ghosai is 421403.