Maswan
Maswan is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Masvan is the gram panchayat of Maswan village.
Here you can discover what makes Maswan unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Maswan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maswan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maswan is 552361. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.27 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Maswan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maswan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maswan
Population of Maswan
According to the 2011 Census, Maswan has a total population of about 1,667, with approximately 825 males and 842 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,249. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.57%, with male literacy at about 69.45% and female literacy near 61.76%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maswan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,667 | 825 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,249 | 612 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 573 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 252 | 322 |
Connectivity of Maswan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maswan. As per the 2011 stats, Maswan 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 Maswan
Knowing the nearby villages of Maswan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maswan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maswan
- Where is Maswan located?
- Maswan village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maswan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maswan is Masvan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Maswan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maswan is 1,667, with 825 males and 842 females.
- How many households are there in Maswan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maswan village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maswan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maswan is 65.57%. The male literacy rate is 69.45%, while the female literacy rate is 61.76%.