Nashera - Mokhada, Palghar
Nashera is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Nashera village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nashera is 551988. The village covers a total geographical area of 1113 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nashera 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 Nashera
According to the 2011 Census, Nashera village had a total population of 1,080 people, including 543 males and 537 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.52%, with male literacy at 66.35% and female literacy at 38.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,018.
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 | 1,080 | 543 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,018 | 510 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 282 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 261 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Nashera
Nashera 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 Nashera
Nashera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Nashera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Nashera is about 120 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 Nashera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nashera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nashera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nashera 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nashera
Where is Nashera located?
Nashera village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nashera?
Nashera is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nashera?
The pincode of Nashera is 401604.
What is the population of Nashera?
Nashera had a total population of 1,080, including 543 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Nashera?
Nashera had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nashera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nashera was 52.52%. Male literacy was 66.35% and female literacy was 38.79%.