Shelpada - Vikramgad, Palghar
Shelpada is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Vikramgad and around 43 km from Thane. Utavali serves as the Village Panchayat for Shelpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelpada is 551838. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.5 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Shelpada 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 Shelpada
According to the 2011 Census, Shelpada village had a total population of 537 people, including 275 males and 262 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.45%, with male literacy at 86.92% and female literacy at 77.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 537 | 275 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 206 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 69 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Shelpada
Shelpada 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 Shelpada
Shelpada 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 Shelpada is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shelpada is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelpada 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 Shelpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shelpada
Where is Shelpada located?
Shelpada village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shelpada?
The Village Panchayat of Shelpada is Utavali.
What is the pincode of Shelpada?
The pincode of Shelpada is 421303.
What is the population of Shelpada?
Shelpada had a total population of 537, including 275 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Shelpada?
Shelpada had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelpada was 82.45%. Male literacy was 86.92% and female literacy was 77.97%.