Pik - Wada, Palghar
Pik is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Vada and around 68 km from Thane. Pik village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pik is 552124. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.08 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pik village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pik
According to the 2011 Census, Pik village had a total population of 1,131 people, including 561 males and 570 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.63%, with male literacy at 71.17% and female literacy at 62.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 650.
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 | 1,131 | 561 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 650 | 328 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 348 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 213 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Pik
Pik 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 Pik
Pik 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 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 Pik is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pik 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 Pik
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pik village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pik
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pik 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 Pik
Where is Pik located?
Pik village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pik?
Pik is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pik?
The pincode of Pik is 421303.
What is the population of Pik?
Pik had a total population of 1,131, including 561 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Pik?
Pik had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pik?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pik was 66.63%. Male literacy was 71.17% and female literacy was 62.20%.