Paste - Wada, Palghar
Paste is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Vada and around 68 km from Thane. Manivali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paste village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paste is 552125. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Paste 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 Paste
As per Census 2011, Paste village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 137 males and 157 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paste are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 137 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 17 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 130 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 98 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 39 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Paste
Paste 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 Paste
Public transport in the Paste is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jawhar to Paste is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Paste is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paste
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paste 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 Paste
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paste village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Paste
Where is Paste located?
Paste village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paste?
The Gram Panchayat of Paste is Manivali.
What is the pincode of Paste?
The pincode of Paste is 421303.
What is the population of Paste?
Paste has a total population of 294, including 137 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Paste?
There are 64 households in Paste.
What is the literacy rate in Paste?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paste is 54.08%. Male literacy is 71.53% and female literacy is 38.85%.