Shivajinagar (Zap) - Jawhar, Palghar
Shivajinagar (Zap) is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Jawhar and around 125 km from Thane. Zap serves as the Village Panchayat for Shivajinagar (Zap) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar (Zap) is 551945. The village covers a total geographical area of 801.13 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shivajinagar (Zap) 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 (Zap)
According to the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar (Zap) village had a total population of 667 people, including 331 males and 336 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.81%, with male literacy at 58.36% and female literacy at 39.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 663.
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 | 667 | 331 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 663 | 329 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 157 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 174 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar (Zap)
Shivajinagar (Zap) 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 (Zap)
Shivajinagar (Zap) 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 Shivajinagar (Zap) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shivajinagar (Zap) is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivajinagar (Zap)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajinagar (Zap) 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 Shivajinagar (Zap)
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 (Zap) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivajinagar (Zap)
Where is Shivajinagar (Zap) located?
Shivajinagar (Zap) village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar (Zap)?
The Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar (Zap) is Zap.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar (Zap)?
The pincode of Shivajinagar (Zap) is 401603.
What is the population of Shivajinagar (Zap)?
Shivajinagar (Zap) had a total population of 667, including 331 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar (Zap)?
Shivajinagar (Zap) had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar (Zap)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar (Zap) was 48.81%. Male literacy was 58.36% and female literacy was 39.49%.