Shivali - Mokhada, Palghar
Shivali is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Mokhada and around 120 km from Thane. Shivali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivali is 551984. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.64 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shivali 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 Shivali
According to the 2011 Census, Shivali village had a total population of 767 people, including 353 males and 414 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,173 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.91%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 48.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 759.
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 | 767 | 353 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 349 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 207 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 146 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Shivali
Shivali 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 Shivali
Shivali 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 Shivali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shivali 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 Shivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivali 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shivali
Where is Shivali located?
Shivali village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shivali?
Shivali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivali?
The pincode of Shivali is 401604.
What is the population of Shivali?
Shivali had a total population of 767, including 353 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Shivali?
Shivali had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivali was 58.91%. Male literacy was 70.65% and female literacy was 48.99%.