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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirson village had a total population of 650 people, including 324 males and 326 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.41%, with male literacy at 57.32% and female literacy at 39.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 646.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Shirson?
The Village Panchayat of Shirson is Khoch.
What is the pincode of Shirson?
The pincode of Shirson is 401604.
What is the population of Shirson?
Shirson had a total population of 650, including 324 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Shirson?
Shirson had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirson was 48.41%. Male literacy was 57.32% and female literacy was 39.92%.