Koshimbade - Shahapur, Thane
Koshimbade is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pivali serves as the Village Panchayat for Koshimbade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koshimbade is 552713. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.81 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Koshimbade 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 Koshimbade
According to the 2011 Census, Koshimbade village had a total population of 1,054 people, including 543 males and 511 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.71%, with male literacy at 84.84% and female literacy at 71.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 445.
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 | 1,054 | 543 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 55 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 224 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 414 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 129 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Koshimbade
Koshimbade 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 Koshimbade
Koshimbade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Koshimbade.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Koshimbade is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Koshimbade is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koshimbade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koshimbade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koshimbade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koshimbade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koshimbade
Where is Koshimbade located?
Koshimbade village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Koshimbade?
The Village Panchayat of Koshimbade is Pivali.
What is the pincode of Koshimbade?
The pincode of Koshimbade is 421601.
What is the population of Koshimbade?
Koshimbade had a total population of 1,054, including 543 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Koshimbade?
Koshimbade had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koshimbade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koshimbade was 78.71%. Male literacy was 84.84% and female literacy was 71.95%.