Tuse - Wada, Palghar
Tuse is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Vada and around 60 km from Thane. Tuse village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuse is 552071. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Tuse 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 Tuse
According to the 2011 Census, Tuse village had a total population of 1,548 people, including 765 males and 783 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.54%, with male literacy at 74.15% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,015.
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 | 1,548 | 765 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,015 | 487 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 482 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 283 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Tuse
Tuse 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 Tuse
Public transport in the Tuse 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 Bhiwandi to Tuse is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Tuse is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuse
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuse 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 Tuse
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuse village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tuse
Where is Tuse located?
Tuse village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tuse?
Tuse is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuse?
The pincode of Tuse is 421303.
What is the population of Tuse?
Tuse had a total population of 1,548, including 765 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Tuse?
Tuse had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tuse?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuse was 65.54%. Male literacy was 74.15% and female literacy was 57.25%.