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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shastrinagar village had a total population of 590 people, including 295 males and 295 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.03%, with male literacy at 35.10% and female literacy at 23.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 590.
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 | 590 | 295 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Shastrinagar?
The Village Panchayat of Shastrinagar is Ase.
What is the pincode of Shastrinagar?
The pincode of Shastrinagar is 401604.
What is the population of Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had a total population of 590, including 295 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shastrinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shastrinagar was 29.03%. Male literacy was 35.10% and female literacy was 23.11%.