Shiroshi - Jawhar, Palghar
Shiroshi is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Jawhar and around 94 km from Thane. Shiroshi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiroshi is 551933. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.95 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shiroshi 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 Shiroshi
According to the 2011 Census, Shiroshi village had a total population of 942 people, including 475 males and 467 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.93%, with male literacy at 66.50% and female literacy at 43.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 932.
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 | 942 | 475 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 932 | 468 | 464 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 262 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 213 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Shiroshi
Shiroshi 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 Shiroshi
Public transport in the Shiroshi is mainly available through shared van 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 Shiroshi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shiroshi is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiroshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiroshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiroshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiroshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiroshi
Where is Shiroshi located?
Shiroshi village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shiroshi?
Shiroshi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiroshi?
The pincode of Shiroshi is 401603.
What is the population of Shiroshi?
Shiroshi had a total population of 942, including 475 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Shiroshi?
Shiroshi had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiroshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiroshi was 54.93%. Male literacy was 66.50% and female literacy was 43.15%.