Shastrinagar - Mokhada, Palghar
Shastrinagar is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Ase serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shastrinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shastrinagar is 551957. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.7 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
As per Census 2011, Shastrinagar village has a total population of 590 people, consisting of 295 males and 295 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 590 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shastrinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 86 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 209 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Shastrinagar
Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shastrinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shastrinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shastrinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shastrinagar
Where is Shastrinagar located?
Shastrinagar village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shastrinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shastrinagar is Ase.
What is the pincode of Shastrinagar?
The pincode of Shastrinagar is 401604.
What is the population of Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar has a total population of 590, including 295 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Shastrinagar?
There are 126 households in Shastrinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shastrinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shastrinagar is 24.41%. Male literacy is 29.15% and female literacy is 19.66%.