Thane district

Thane is an administrative area in the Konkan division of western Maharashtra that stretches between coastal plains and the forested slopes of the Sahyadri range. The region connects urban centers with rural areas where rice paddies, small settlements, and mangrove forests along river estuaries shape the landscape.

The British colonial administration separated the area from the larger North Konkan unit in 1833 and established an independent district center. The town of Thane was named the administrative seat where government offices and courts settled.

Multiple religious groups reside in the district, with Hinduism representing 74 percent of the population, followed by Islamic, Buddhist, and Christian communities.

Most visitors arrive through Thane or Kalyan stations, which connect with the regional commuter railway network. From there, local buses and taxis reach smaller towns and rural areas within the district.

The Ulhas and Vaitarna rivers originate in different mountain regions outside the district and pass through several valleys before reaching the area. Local communities rely on their water for agriculture and drinking supply along the banks.

Location: Konkan division

Inception: 1833

Capital city: Thane

Elevation above the sea: 11 m

Shares border with: Valsad district, Pune district

Website: http://thane.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 19.20000,72.97000

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:02