Shivajinagar (Gorthan) - Jawhar, Palghar
Shivajinagar (Gorthan) is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from Jawhar and around 114 km from Thane. Gorthan serves as the Village Panchayat for Shivajinagar (Gorthan) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar (Gorthan) is 551895. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shivajinagar (Gorthan) 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 Shivajinagar (Gorthan)
According to the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar (Gorthan) village had a total population of 1,019 people, including 489 males and 530 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.81%, with male literacy at 75.18% and female literacy at 55.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,014.
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 | 1,019 | 489 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,014 | 486 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 312 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 177 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar (Gorthan)
Shivajinagar (Gorthan) 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 Shivajinagar (Gorthan)
Public transport in the Shivajinagar (Gorthan) 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 Shivajinagar (Gorthan) is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shivajinagar (Gorthan) is about 114 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 Shivajinagar (Gorthan)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajinagar (Gorthan) 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 Shivajinagar (Gorthan)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivajinagar (Gorthan) 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 Shivajinagar (Gorthan)
Where is Shivajinagar (Gorthan) located?
Shivajinagar (Gorthan) village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar (Gorthan)?
The Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar (Gorthan) is Gorthan.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar (Gorthan)?
The pincode of Shivajinagar (Gorthan) is 401603.
What is the population of Shivajinagar (Gorthan)?
Shivajinagar (Gorthan) had a total population of 1,019, including 489 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar (Gorthan)?
Shivajinagar (Gorthan) had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar (Gorthan)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar (Gorthan) was 64.81%. Male literacy was 75.18% and female literacy was 55.16%.