Pachghar - Shahapur, Thane
Pachghar is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Gunde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachghar is 552785. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Pachghar 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 Pachghar
As per Census 2011, Pachghar village has a total population of 822 people, consisting of 392 males and 430 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pachghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 392 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 287 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 105 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Pachghar
Pachghar 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 Pachghar
Public transport in the Pachghar is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pachghar is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pachghar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachghar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pachghar
Where is Pachghar located?
Pachghar village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pachghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachghar is Gunde.
What is the pincode of Pachghar?
The pincode of Pachghar is 421601.
What is the population of Pachghar?
Pachghar has a total population of 822, including 392 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Pachghar?
There are 180 households in Pachghar.
What is the literacy rate in Pachghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachghar is 59.37%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 46.74%.