Palshin - Jawhar, Palghar
Palshin is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Jawhar and around 133 km from Thane. Daskod serves as the Village Panchayat for Palshin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palshin is 551876. The village covers a total geographical area of 736 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palshin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palshin
According to the 2011 Census, Palshin village had a total population of 228 people, including 112 males and 116 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.20%, with male literacy at 53.19% and female literacy at 38.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 112 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 112 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 62 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Palshin
Palshin 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 Palshin
Public transport in the Palshin is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palshin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Palshin is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Palshin is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palshin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palshin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palshin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palshin 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palshin
Where is Palshin located?
Palshin village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palshin?
The Village Panchayat of Palshin is Daskod.
What is the pincode of Palshin?
The pincode of Palshin is 401603.
What is the population of Palshin?
Palshin had a total population of 228, including 112 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Palshin?
Palshin had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palshin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palshin was 46.20%. Male literacy was 53.19% and female literacy was 38.89%.