Shirson - Mokhada, Palghar
Shirson is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Mokhada and around 140 km from Thane. Khoch serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirson is 551978. The village covers a total geographical area of 925.06 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Shirson 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 Shirson
As per Census 2011, Shirson village has a total population of 650 people, consisting of 324 males and 326 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 646 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirson are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 650 | 324 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 322 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 141 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 183 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Shirson
Shirson 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 Shirson
Shirson is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shirson is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shirson is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirson 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 Shirson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirson village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirson
Where is Shirson located?
Shirson village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirson?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirson is Khoch.
What is the pincode of Shirson?
The pincode of Shirson is 401604.
What is the population of Shirson?
Shirson has a total population of 650, including 324 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Shirson?
There are 138 households in Shirson.
What is the literacy rate in Shirson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirson is 37.54%. Male literacy is 43.52% and female literacy is 31.60%.