Shahapur (Thane)
Shahapur | |
|---|---|
City | |
  Shahapur Location in Maharashtra, India | |
| Coordinates: 19°27′N 73°20′E / 19.45°N 73.33°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| District | Thane |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal Council |
| • Body | Shahapur Municipal Council |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) |
| Demonym | Shahapurkar |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Marathi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Postal code | 421601 |
| ISO 3166 code | IN-MH |
| Vehicle registration | MH-04 |
Shahapur is a town and census town in Thane district, Maharashtra, India. It is a part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and is governed by the Shahapur Municipal Council. Shahapur is known for its water reservoirs, historical significance, and proximity to the Western Ghats, making it an important residential and tourist destination.[1]
Geography
Shahapur is located at 19°27′N 73°20′E / 19.45°N 73.33°E.[2] It has an average elevation of 46 metres (151 feet).
Shahapur is also a major supplier of water to Mumbai.[3]
References
- ^ "Shahapur | Zilla Parishad Thane | India". Retrieved 9 November 2025.
- ^ Falling Rain, Inc.
- ^ "Water levels in Mumbai reservoirs reach 90%; city's main lakes overflow causing alarm". 3 August 2016.