Paye - Bhiwandi, Thane
Paye is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Paye village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paye is 552471. The village covers a total geographical area of 1690 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paye 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 Paye
As per Census 2011, Paye village has a total population of 1,919 people, consisting of 956 males and 963 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paye are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 956 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,136 | 569 | 567 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 686 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 270 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Paye
Paye is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Paygaon | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Kuhe | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Palivali | East | 4.81 km |
| Dhamane | East | 5.02 km |
| Gane | South-East | 5.61 km |
| Firangpada | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Chimbipada | North-East | 6.38 km |
| Tembhavali | East | 6.39 km |
| Junandurkhi | East | 7.44 km |
| Lakhivali | East | 7.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paye
Paye is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaman Road, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Paye is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Paye is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paye
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paye village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paye
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paye village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paye
Where is Paye located?
Paye village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paye?
Paye is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paye?
The pincode of Paye is 421302.
What is the population of Paye?
Paye has a total population of 1,919, including 956 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Paye?
There are 403 households in Paye.
What is the literacy rate in Paye?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paye is 64.98%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 58.26%.