Maswan - Palghar
Maswan is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Palghar and around 70 km from Thane. Masvan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maswan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maswan is 552361. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.27 hectares and falls under the 401403 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Maswan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maswan
As per Census 2011, Maswan village has a total population of 1,667 people, consisting of 825 males and 842 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,093 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maswan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,667 | 825 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,249 | 612 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 573 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 252 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Maswan
Maswan 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 Maswan
Maswan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Maswan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palghar to Maswan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Maswan is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maswan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maswan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maswan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maswan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maswan
Where is Maswan located?
Maswan village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maswan?
The Gram Panchayat of Maswan is Masvan.
What is the pincode of Maswan?
The pincode of Maswan is 401403.
What is the population of Maswan?
Maswan has a total population of 1,667, including 825 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Maswan?
There are 402 households in Maswan.
What is the literacy rate in Maswan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maswan is 65.57%. Male literacy is 69.45% and female literacy is 61.76%.