Panju
Panju is a village located in Vasai tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Vasai (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Panju village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panju unique in its vibrant Vasai-Thane region. You’ll see Panju’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 Panju
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panju is 552440. The village spans a total geographical area of 269 hectares. Vasai-virar City is nearest town to Panju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panju 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 Vasai 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 Panju
Population of Panju
According to the 2011 Census, Panju has a total population of about 1,358, with approximately 717 males and 641 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.47%, with male literacy at about 84.24% and female literacy near 69.89%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panju's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 717 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 604 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 113 | 193 |
Connectivity of Panju
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panju. As per the 2011 stats, Panju had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panju
Knowing the nearby villages of Panju helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panju.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panju
- Where is Panju located?
- Panju village is situated in Vasai Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panju?
- Panju serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Panju as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panju is 1,358, with 717 males and 641 females.
- How many households are there in Panju as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panju village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panju as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panju is 77.47%. The male literacy rate is 84.24%, while the female literacy rate is 69.89%.