Sange - Wada, Palghar
Sange is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Vada and around 75 km from Thane. Sange-nane serves as the Village Panchayat for Sange village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sange is 552041. The village covers a total geographical area of 644.41 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sange 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 Sange
According to the 2011 Census, Sange village had a total population of 1,127 people, including 572 males and 555 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.19%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 50.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 913.
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 | 1,127 | 572 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 913 | 455 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 357 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 215 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Sange
Sange 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 Sange
Public transport in the Sange 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 Sange is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sange is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sange
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sange village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sange
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sange village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sange
Where is Sange located?
Sange village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sange?
The Village Panchayat of Sange is Sange-nane.
What is the pincode of Sange?
The pincode of Sange is 421303.
What is the population of Sange?
Sange had a total population of 1,127, including 572 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Sange?
Sange had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sange?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sange was 61.19%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 50.21%.