Shelwali (Khandobachi) - Shahapur, Thane
Shelwali (Khandobachi) is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shelavli Khu serves as the Village Panchayat for Shelwali (Khandobachi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelwali (Khandobachi) is 552822. The village covers a total geographical area of 494 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Shelwali (Khandobachi) 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 Shelwali (Khandobachi)
According to the 2011 Census, Shelwali (Khandobachi) village had a total population of 1,041 people, including 518 males and 523 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.57%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 1,041 | 518 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 430 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 88 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Shelwali (Khandobachi)
Shelwali (Khandobachi) 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 Shelwali (Khandobachi)
Shelwali (Khandobachi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shelwali (Khandobachi).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Shelwali (Khandobachi) is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shelwali (Khandobachi) is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelwali (Khandobachi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelwali (Khandobachi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelwali (Khandobachi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelwali (Khandobachi) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shelwali (Khandobachi)
Where is Shelwali (Khandobachi) located?
Shelwali (Khandobachi) village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
The Village Panchayat of Shelwali (Khandobachi) is Shelavli Khu.
What is the pincode of Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
The pincode of Shelwali (Khandobachi) is 421403.
What is the population of Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
Shelwali (Khandobachi) had a total population of 1,041, including 518 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
Shelwali (Khandobachi) had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelwali (Khandobachi) was 83.57%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 73.76%.