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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Panshet village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 247 males and 263 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panshet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 247 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Panshet?
The Gram Panchayat of Panshet is Merdi.
What is the pincode of Panshet?
The pincode of Panshet is 421402.
What is the population of Panshet?
Panshet has a total population of 510, including 247 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Panshet?
There are 103 households in Panshet.
What is the literacy rate in Panshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panshet is 52.16%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 39.92%.