Shirasgaon - Mokhada, Palghar
Shirasgaon is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Mokhada and around 153 km from Thane. Adoshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirasgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirasgaon is 551989. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shirasgaon 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 Shirasgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirasgaon village has a total population of 905 people, consisting of 466 males and 439 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 882 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirasgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 905 | 466 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 882 | 452 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 262 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 204 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Shirasgaon
Shirasgaon 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 Shirasgaon
Shirasgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shirasgaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shirasgaon is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirasgaon 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 Shirasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirasgaon 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 Shirasgaon
Where is Shirasgaon located?
Shirasgaon village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirasgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirasgaon is Adoshi.
What is the pincode of Shirasgaon?
The pincode of Shirasgaon is 401604.
What is the population of Shirasgaon?
Shirasgaon has a total population of 905, including 466 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Shirasgaon?
There are 208 households in Shirasgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirasgaon is 47.85%. Male literacy is 56.22% and female literacy is 38.95%.