Panju - Vasai, Palghar
Panju is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from Vasai and around 32 km from Thane. Panju village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panju is 552440. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 401207 pincode. Vasai-virar City is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Panju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vasai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panju
According to the 2011 Census, Panju village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 717 males and 641 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.03%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 75.04%.
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 | 1,358 | 717 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 604 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 113 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Panju
Panju 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 Panju
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Panju. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Panju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vasai-virar City to Panju is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Panju is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panju 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 Panju
Where is Panju located?
Panju village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panju?
Panju is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panju?
The pincode of Panju is 401207.
What is the population of Panju?
Panju had a total population of 1,358, including 717 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Panju?
Panju had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panju was 83.03%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 75.04%.