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Rashid Compound is a prominent residential locality in Bhiwandi, a rapidly growing suburb in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). It is known for its affordable housing options, making it a preferred choice for middle-income families, small business owners, and industrial workers employed in Bhiwandi’s extensive warehousing and textile industries. The area is well-connected via the Mumbai-Nashik Highway (NH-160) and the Bhiwandi-Kalyan Road, providing easy access to major hubs such as Kalyan, Thane, and Mumbai. Public transport is readily available through buses, auto-rickshaws, and shared taxis, while Kalyan Junction, located around 7-8 kilometers away, serves as the nearest railway station for daily commuters. Rashid Compound has a self-sufficient infrastructure with essential amenities, including schools, hospitals, grocery stores, and local markets catering to the needs of residents. While the locality is gradually developing, challenges such as traffic congestion due to heavy vehicle movement and occasional water supply issues remain concerns.