Desai - Wada, Palghar
Desai is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Vada and around 60 km from Thane. Harosale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desai is 552065. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Desai 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 Desai
As per Census 2011, Desai village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 209 males and 213 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 209 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 36 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 159 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 117 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 92 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Desai
Desai 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 Desai
Desai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Desai is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Desai 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 Desai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desai 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 Desai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Desai
Where is Desai located?
Desai village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desai?
The Gram Panchayat of Desai is Harosale.
What is the pincode of Desai?
The pincode of Desai is 421303.
What is the population of Desai?
Desai has a total population of 422, including 209 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Desai?
There are 96 households in Desai.
What is the literacy rate in Desai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desai is 48.10%. Male literacy is 55.98% and female literacy is 40.38%.