Saravali - Dahanu, Palghar
Saravali is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Dahanu and around 110 km from Thane. Saravali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saravali is 551610. The village covers a total geographical area of 1952 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saravali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saravali
As per Census 2011, Saravali village has a total population of 5,402 people, consisting of 2,726 males and 2,676 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 642 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,272 literate and 2,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,975 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saravali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,402 | 2,726 | 2,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 642 | 319 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,975 | 954 | 1,021 |
| Literate Population | 3,272 | 1,894 | 1,378 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,130 | 832 | 1,298 |
Nearby Villages of Saravali
Saravali 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 Saravali
Saravali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Saravali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Saravali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Saravali is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saravali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saravali 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saravali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saravali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saravali
Where is Saravali located?
Saravali village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saravali?
Saravali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saravali?
The pincode of Saravali is 401602.
What is the population of Saravali?
Saravali has a total population of 5,402, including 2,726 males and 2,676 females.
How many households are there in Saravali?
There are 1,171 households in Saravali.
What is the literacy rate in Saravali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saravali is 60.57%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 51.49%.