Edwan

Edwan is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Edvan is the gram panchayat of Edwan village.

Edwan has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Edwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edwan is 552311. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401102. Palghar is nearest town to Edwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Edwan

Below is a concise population overview of Edwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,188 1,581 1,607
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 272 131 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 113 52 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 171 79 92
Literate Population 2,495 1,366 1,129
Illiterate Population 693 215 478

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Edwan village:

  • The total population of Edwan village is around 3,188, including approximately 1,581 males and 1,607 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 272 children aged 0–6 years in Edwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Edwan village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 171 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Edwan village is about 78.26%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 70.26%.
  • There are around 734 households in Edwan village.

Connectivity of Edwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edwan. As per the 2011 stats, Edwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Edwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Edwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edwan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Edwan

Where is Edwan located?
Edwan village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Edwan is Edvan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Edwan?
The pincode of Edwan is 401102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Edwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edwan is 3,188, with 1,581 males and 1,607 females.
How many households are there in Edwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Edwan village has a total of 734 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edwan is 78.26%. The male literacy rate is 86.40%, while the female literacy rate is 70.26%.