Actan - Vasai, Palghar
Actan is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from Vasai and around 78 km from Thane. Tarkhad serves as the Village Panchayat for Actan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Actan is 552436. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 401201 pincode. Vasai-virar City is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Actan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalasopara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Actan
According to the 2011 Census, Actan village had a total population of 1,162 people, including 571 males and 591 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.84%, with male literacy at 92.10% and female literacy at 87.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 1,162 | 571 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 478 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 93 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Actan
Actan 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 Actan
Public transport in the Actan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Actan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vasai-virar City to Actan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Actan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Actan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Actan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Actan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Actan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Actan
Where is Actan located?
Actan village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Actan?
The Village Panchayat of Actan is Tarkhad.
What is the pincode of Actan?
The pincode of Actan is 401201.
What is the population of Actan?
Actan had a total population of 1,162, including 571 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Actan?
Actan had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Actan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Actan was 89.84%. Male literacy was 92.10% and female literacy was 87.68%.