Onde - Vikramgad, Palghar
Onde is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Vikramgad and around 82 km from Thane. Onde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onde is 551803. The village covers a total geographical area of 647 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Onde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Onde
As per Census 2011, Onde village has a total population of 1,321 people, consisting of 619 males and 702 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 995 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Onde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 619 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 88 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 995 | 470 | 525 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 360 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 259 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Onde
Onde 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 Onde
Onde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Onde is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Onde is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onde 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Onde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onde 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Onde
Where is Onde located?
Onde village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Onde?
Onde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Onde?
The pincode of Onde is 401605.
What is the population of Onde?
Onde has a total population of 1,321, including 619 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Onde?
There are 304 households in Onde.
What is the literacy rate in Onde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onde is 50.95%. Male literacy is 58.16% and female literacy is 44.59%.