Alman - Wada, Palghar
Alman is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Vada and around 72 km from Thane. Alman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alman is 552079. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.6 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Alman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alman
As per Census 2011, Alman village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 314 males and 316 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 314 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 242 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 222 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 92 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Alman
Alman 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 Alman
Public transport in the Alman is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Alman is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Alman is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alman
Where is Alman located?
Alman village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alman?
Alman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alman?
The pincode of Alman is 421303.
What is the population of Alman?
Alman has a total population of 630, including 314 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Alman?
There are 149 households in Alman.
What is the literacy rate in Alman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alman is 62.54%. Male literacy is 70.70% and female literacy is 54.43%.