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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Suponde village had a total population of 976 people, including 493 males and 483 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.36%, with male literacy at 82.03% and female literacy at 66.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 644.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Suponde?
Suponde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Suponde?
The pincode of Suponde is 421303.
What is the population of Suponde?
Suponde had a total population of 976, including 493 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Suponde?
Suponde had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suponde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suponde was 74.36%. Male literacy was 82.03% and female literacy was 66.51%.