Vasa - Talasari, Palghar
Vasa is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Talasari and around 110 km from Thane. Vasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasa is 551564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vasa
According to the 2011 Census, Vasa village had a total population of 6,024 people, including 2,944 males and 3,080 females, living in 1,084 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.05%, with male literacy at 71.49% and female literacy at 43.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,999.
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 | 6,024 | 2,944 | 3,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,058 | 527 | 531 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,999 | 2,936 | 3,063 |
| Literate Population | 2,833 | 1,728 | 1,105 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,191 | 1,216 | 1,975 |
Nearby Villages of Vasa
Vasa 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 Vasa
Vasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Vasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Vasa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vasa is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vasa
Where is Vasa located?
Vasa village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasa?
Vasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasa?
The pincode of Vasa is 401606.
What is the population of Vasa?
Vasa had a total population of 6,024, including 2,944 males and 3,080 females.
How many households are there in Vasa?
Vasa had 1,084 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasa was 57.05%. Male literacy was 71.49% and female literacy was 43.35%.