Thune Bk. - Shahapur, Thane
Thune Bk. is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Thune serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thune Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thune Bk. is 552829. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Thune Bk. 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 Thune Bk.
As per Census 2011, Thune Bk. village has a total population of 993 people, consisting of 526 males and 467 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thune Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 526 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 414 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 112 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Thune Bk.
Thune Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malegaon | West | 1.42 km |
| Lavale | East | 1.65 km |
| Kulhe | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Thune Kh | South | 1.89 km |
| Lingayate | North | 2.55 km |
| Narayangaon | West | 3.05 km |
| Bedisgaon | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Ashte | East | 3.20 km |
| Pofodi | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Shenawe | North-West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thune Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Thune Bk.. The nearest railway station is Atgaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Thune Bk. is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Thune Bk. is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thune Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thune Bk. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thune Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thune Bk. 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 Thune Bk.
Where is Thune Bk. located?
Thune Bk. village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thune Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Thune Bk. is Thune.
What is the pincode of Thune Bk.?
The pincode of Thune Bk. is 421403.
What is the population of Thune Bk.?
Thune Bk. has a total population of 993, including 526 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Thune Bk.?
There are 212 households in Thune Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Thune Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thune Bk. is 69.49%. Male literacy is 78.71% and female literacy is 59.10%.