Mande - Wada, Palghar
Mande is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Vada and around 76 km from Thane. Manda Vaveghar serves as the Village Panchayat for Mande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mande is 552022. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.92 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Mande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mande
According to the 2011 Census, Mande village had a total population of 944 people, including 481 males and 463 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.87%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 55.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 848.
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 | 944 | 481 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 848 | 431 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 324 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 157 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Mande
Mande 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 Mande
Mande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mande is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Mande is about 76 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 Mande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mande 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mande
Where is Mande located?
Mande village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mande?
The Village Panchayat of Mande is Manda Vaveghar.
What is the pincode of Mande?
The pincode of Mande is 421303.
What is the population of Mande?
Mande had a total population of 944, including 481 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Mande?
Mande had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mande was 65.87%. Male literacy was 76.24% and female literacy was 55.21%.