Thunave - Wada, Palghar
Thunave is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Vada and around 64 km from Thane. Devali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunave village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunave is 552129. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Thunave 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 Thunave
As per Census 2011, Thunave village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 168 males and 146 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thunave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 168 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 123 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 45 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Thunave
Thunave 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 Thunave
Public transport in the Thunave is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Thunave is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Thunave is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thunave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunave 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thunave
Where is Thunave located?
Thunave village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thunave?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunave is Devali.
What is the pincode of Thunave?
The pincode of Thunave is 421303.
What is the population of Thunave?
Thunave has a total population of 314, including 168 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Thunave?
There are 80 households in Thunave.
What is the literacy rate in Thunave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunave is 69.43%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 65.07%.