Wasar - Ambarnath, Thane
Wasar is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thane.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wasar is 553039. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 421501 pincode. Kalyan-dombivli is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wasar
As per Census 2011, Wasar village has a total population of 4,541 people, consisting of 2,310 males and 2,231 females. The village has 839 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,935 literate and 1,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,541 | 2,310 | 2,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 307 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 2,935 | 1,634 | 1,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,606 | 676 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Wasar
Wasar 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 Wasar
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan-dombivli to Wasar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Wasar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Wasar
Where is Wasar located?
Wasar village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Wasar?
The pincode of Wasar is 421501.
What is the population of Wasar?
Wasar has a total population of 4,541, including 2,310 males and 2,231 females.
How many households are there in Wasar?
There are 839 households in Wasar.
What is the literacy rate in Wasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wasar is 64.63%. Male literacy is 70.74% and female literacy is 58.31%.