Konsai - Wada, Palghar
Konsai is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Vada and around 52 km from Thane. Konsai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konsai is 552081. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 421312 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Konsai 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 Konsai
As per Census 2011, Konsai village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 467 males and 433 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 396 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konsai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 467 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 199 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 357 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 110 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Konsai
Konsai 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 Konsai
Konsai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhiwandi to Konsai is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Konsai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konsai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Konsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konsai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konsai
Where is Konsai located?
Konsai village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konsai?
Konsai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konsai?
The pincode of Konsai is 421312.
What is the population of Konsai?
Konsai has a total population of 900, including 467 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Konsai?
There are 214 households in Konsai.
What is the literacy rate in Konsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konsai is 71.22%. Male literacy is 76.45% and female literacy is 65.59%.