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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Palsunda village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 839 males and 789 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,590 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsunda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Palsunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palsunda is Saturli.
What is the pincode of Palsunda?
The pincode of Palsunda is 401604.
What is the population of Palsunda?
Palsunda has a total population of 1,628, including 839 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Palsunda?
There are 335 households in Palsunda.
What is the literacy rate in Palsunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsunda is 41.95%. Male literacy is 48.63% and female literacy is 34.85%.