Tilher - Vasai, Palghar
Tilher is a village situated in the Vasai tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from Vasai and around 78 km from Thane. Tilhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tilher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilher is 552433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1719.99 hectares and falls under the 401303 pincode. Virar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tilher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilher
As per Census 2011, Tilher village has a total population of 3,690 people, consisting of 1,867 males and 1,823 females. The village has 792 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 595 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,851 literate and 1,839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tilher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,690 | 1,867 | 1,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 595 | 299 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,406 | 1,719 | 1,687 |
| Literate Population | 1,851 | 1,098 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,839 | 769 | 1,070 |
Nearby Villages of Tilher
Tilher 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 Tilher
Tilher 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 Virar to Tilher is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Tilher is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tilher
Where is Tilher located?
Tilher village is located in Vasai Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilher?
The Gram Panchayat of Tilher is Tilhar.
What is the pincode of Tilher?
The pincode of Tilher is 401303.
What is the population of Tilher?
Tilher has a total population of 3,690, including 1,867 males and 1,823 females.
How many households are there in Tilher?
There are 792 households in Tilher.
What is the literacy rate in Tilher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilher is 50.16%. Male literacy is 58.81% and female literacy is 41.31%.