Panshet - Murbad, Thane
Panshet is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Merdi serves as the Village Panchayat for Panshet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panshet is 553209. The village covers a total geographical area of 699 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Panshet 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 Panshet
According to the 2011 Census, Panshet village had a total population of 510 people, including 247 males and 263 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.43%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 46.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 510 | 247 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 247 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 161 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 86 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Panshet
Panshet 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 Panshet
Public transport in the Panshet is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Panshet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kalyan to Panshet is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Panshet is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panshet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panshet 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 Panshet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panshet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panshet
Where is Panshet located?
Panshet village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Panshet?
The Village Panchayat of Panshet is Merdi.
What is the pincode of Panshet?
The pincode of Panshet is 421402.
What is the population of Panshet?
Panshet had a total population of 510, including 247 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Panshet?
Panshet had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panshet was 61.43%. Male literacy was 77.03% and female literacy was 46.88%.