Palsunda - Mokhada, Palghar
Palsunda is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Mokhada and around 140 km from Thane. Saturli serves as the Village Panchayat for Palsunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsunda is 551980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Palsunda 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 Palsunda
According to the 2011 Census, Palsunda village had a total population of 1,628 people, including 839 males and 789 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.78%, with male literacy at 58.71% and female literacy at 40.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,590.
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 | 1,628 | 839 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 144 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,590 | 819 | 771 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 408 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 431 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Palsunda
Palsunda 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 Palsunda
Palsunda 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 Palsunda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Palsunda is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palsunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palsunda
Where is Palsunda located?
Palsunda village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palsunda?
The Village Panchayat of Palsunda is Saturli.
What is the pincode of Palsunda?
The pincode of Palsunda is 401604.
What is the population of Palsunda?
Palsunda had a total population of 1,628, including 839 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Palsunda?
Palsunda had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palsunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsunda was 49.78%. Male literacy was 58.71% and female literacy was 40.62%.