Chambharshet - Jawhar, Palghar
Chambharshet is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Jawhar and around 135 km from Thane. Chambharshet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chambharshet is 551874. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.85 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chambharshet 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 Chambharshet
As per Census 2011, Chambharshet village has a total population of 2,441 people, consisting of 1,235 males and 1,206 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 1,283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,414 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chambharshet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,235 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 184 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,414 | 1,218 | 1,196 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 685 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,283 | 550 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Chambharshet
Chambharshet 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 Chambharshet
Public transport in the Chambharshet 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 Chambharshet is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chambharshet is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chambharshet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chambharshet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chambharshet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chambharshet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chambharshet
Where is Chambharshet located?
Chambharshet village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chambharshet?
Chambharshet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chambharshet?
The pincode of Chambharshet is 401603.
What is the population of Chambharshet?
Chambharshet has a total population of 2,441, including 1,235 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Chambharshet?
There are 399 households in Chambharshet.
What is the literacy rate in Chambharshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chambharshet is 47.44%. Male literacy is 55.47% and female literacy is 39.22%.