Dehare - Jawhar, Palghar
Dehare is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Jawhar and around 119 km from Thane. Dehare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehare is 551878. The village covers a total geographical area of 1128 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dehare 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 Dehare
According to the 2011 Census, Dehare village had a total population of 2,000 people, including 1,053 males and 947 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.57%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 63.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,979.
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 | 2,000 | 1,053 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,979 | 1,043 | 936 |
| Literate Population | 1,314 | 777 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 276 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Dehare
Dehare 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 Dehare
Dehare 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 Dehare is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dehare is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dehare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehare 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dehare
Where is Dehare located?
Dehare village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehare?
Dehare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehare?
The pincode of Dehare is 401603.
What is the population of Dehare?
Dehare had a total population of 2,000, including 1,053 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Dehare?
Dehare had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehare was 73.57%. Male literacy was 82.75% and female literacy was 63.40%.