Bharasatmet - Jawhar, Palghar
Bharasatmet is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Jawhar and around 115 km from Thane. Gorthan serves as the Village Panchayat for Bharasatmet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharasatmet is 551905. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bharasatmet 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 Bharasatmet
According to the 2011 Census, Bharasatmet village had a total population of 479 people, including 241 males and 238 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.90%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 57.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 477.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 241 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 32 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 240 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 165 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 76 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Bharasatmet
Bharasatmet 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 Bharasatmet
Public transport in the Bharasatmet is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Bharasatmet is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Bharasatmet is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharasatmet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharasatmet 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 Bharasatmet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharasatmet 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bharasatmet
Where is Bharasatmet located?
Bharasatmet village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bharasatmet?
The Village Panchayat of Bharasatmet is Gorthan.
What is the pincode of Bharasatmet?
The pincode of Bharasatmet is 401603.
What is the population of Bharasatmet?
Bharasatmet had a total population of 479, including 241 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Bharasatmet?
Bharasatmet had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharasatmet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharasatmet was 67.90%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 57.59%.