Suponde - Wada, Palghar
Suponde is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Vada and around 70 km from Thane. Suponde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suponde is 552019. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.05 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Suponde 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 Suponde
As per Census 2011, Suponde village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 493 males and 483 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 644 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suponde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 493 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 321 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 356 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 137 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Suponde
Suponde 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 Suponde
Public transport in the Suponde is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Suponde is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Suponde is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suponde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suponde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Suponde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suponde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suponde
Where is Suponde located?
Suponde village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suponde?
Suponde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suponde?
The pincode of Suponde is 421303.
What is the population of Suponde?
Suponde has a total population of 976, including 493 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Suponde?
There are 204 households in Suponde.
What is the literacy rate in Suponde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suponde is 65.37%. Male literacy is 72.21% and female literacy is 58.39%.