Uttanapada

Uttanapada is a village in Vasai taluka of Palghar district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The name follows a common Marathi toponymic pattern in which the suffix “pada” denotes a small settlement or hamlet. It is associated with the broader coastal belt of western Maharashtra and sits in the region that borders the Mumbai metropolitan area.

Geography and setting

The village lies in the coastal plain of the Konkan region, with the landscape shaped by tropical climate and monsoon rainfall. It is part of a cluster of settlements that historically relied on agriculture and small-scale activities connected to the nearby coast and urban centers. The area experiences warm summers and moderate winters, with most rainfall occurring during the monsoon season from June to September.

Demographics and economy

Uttanapada is primarily Marathi-speaking, with linguistic and cultural influences common to rural communities in Palghar. The local economy traditionally centers on agriculture and fishing, supplemented by small trades and services. Many residents historically accessed employment opportunities in nearby towns or Mumbai, leading to increased commuting and integration with urban labor markets.

Administration and infrastructure

The village is administered as part of Vasai taluka within Palghar district. Local governance typically operates through a gram panchayat, with basic facilities such as primary schools, a health sub-centre, and village markets. Transport connectivity includes road networks linking to larger state routes and access to nearby railway stations on the Western Line of the Mumbai suburban railway network, aiding travel to larger urban centers.

See also

Uttan, Vasai, Palghar district, Vasai-Virar.