Depivali - Vasai, Palghar
Depivali is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 75 km from Vasai and around 60 km from Thane. Majivli-depivli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Depivali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depivali is 552430. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.23 hectares and falls under the 401303 pincode. Virar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Depivali 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 Depivali
As per Census 2011, Depivali village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 812 males and 822 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Depivali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 812 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,112 | 556 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 497 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 315 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Depivali
Depivali 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 Depivali
Public transport in the Depivali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Depivali.
| 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 Virar to Depivali is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Depivali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Depivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depivali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Depivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depivali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Depivali
Where is Depivali located?
Depivali village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Depivali?
The Gram Panchayat of Depivali is Majivli-depivli.
What is the pincode of Depivali?
The pincode of Depivali is 401303.
What is the population of Depivali?
Depivali has a total population of 1,634, including 812 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Depivali?
There are 380 households in Depivali.
What is the literacy rate in Depivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depivali is 56.79%. Male literacy is 61.21% and female literacy is 52.43%.