Ase Village - Mokhada, Palghar
Ase is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Ase village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ase is 551955. The village covers a total geographical area of 2643.57 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Ase 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 Ase
As per Census 2011, Ase village has a total population of 4,139 people, consisting of 2,048 males and 2,091 females. The village has 912 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 927 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 3,106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,087 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ase are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,139 | 2,048 | 2,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 927 | 494 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,087 | 2,021 | 2,066 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 605 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,106 | 1,443 | 1,663 |
Nearby Villages of Ase
Ase 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 Ase
Ase is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Ase is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ase is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ase
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ase village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ase
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ase village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ase
Where is Ase located?
Ase village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ase?
Ase is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ase?
The pincode of Ase is 401604.
What is the population of Ase?
Ase has a total population of 4,139, including 2,048 males and 2,091 females.
How many households are there in Ase?
There are 912 households in Ase.
What is the literacy rate in Ase?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ase is 24.96%. Male literacy is 29.54% and female literacy is 20.47%.