Palu - Murbad, Thane
Palu is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Palu village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palu is 553182. The village covers a total geographical area of 2073 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Palu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palu
According to the 2011 Census, Palu village had a total population of 489 people, including 245 males and 244 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.04%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 74.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 489 | 245 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 204 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 41 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Palu
Palu 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 Palu
Palu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kalyan to Palu is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Palu is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palu
Where is Palu located?
Palu village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palu?
Palu is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palu?
The pincode of Palu is 421402.
What is the population of Palu?
Palu had a total population of 489, including 245 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Palu?
Palu had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palu was 83.04%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 74.34%.