Vaslai - Vasai, Palghar
Vaslai is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Vasai and around 78 km from Thane. Vasalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaslai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaslai is 552435. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 401201 pincode. Vasai-virar City is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vaslai 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 Vaslai
As per Census 2011, Vaslai village has a total population of 3,334 people, consisting of 1,690 males and 1,644 females. The village has 830 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,945 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaslai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,334 | 1,690 | 1,644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 130 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 2,945 | 1,515 | 1,430 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 175 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Vaslai
Vaslai 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 Vaslai
Public transport in the Vaslai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vaslai.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vasai-virar City to Vaslai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vaslai 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 Vaslai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaslai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaslai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaslai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vaslai
Where is Vaslai located?
Vaslai village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaslai?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaslai is Vasalai.
What is the pincode of Vaslai?
The pincode of Vaslai is 401201.
What is the population of Vaslai?
Vaslai has a total population of 3,334, including 1,690 males and 1,644 females.
How many households are there in Vaslai?
There are 830 households in Vaslai.
What is the literacy rate in Vaslai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaslai is 88.33%. Male literacy is 89.64% and female literacy is 86.98%.