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 Gram 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)
As per Census 2011, Shelwali (Khandobachi) village has a total population of 1,041 people, consisting of 518 males and 523 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 773 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelwali (Khandobachi) are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 1,041, including 518 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
There are 226 households in Shelwali (Khandobachi).
What is the literacy rate in Shelwali (Khandobachi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelwali (Khandobachi) is 74.26%. Male literacy is 83.01% and female literacy is 65.58%.