Harosale - Wada, Palghar
Harosale is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Vada and around 62 km from Thane. Harosale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harosale is 552064. The village covers a total geographical area of 616 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Harosale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harosale
According to the 2011 Census, Harosale village had a total population of 704 people, including 353 males and 351 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.51%, with male literacy at 78.45% and female literacy at 60.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 621.
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 | 704 | 353 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 318 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 233 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 120 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Harosale
Harosale 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 Harosale
Harosale 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Harosale is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Harosale is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harosale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harosale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Harosale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harosale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Harosale
Where is Harosale located?
Harosale village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Harosale?
Harosale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harosale?
The pincode of Harosale is 421303.
What is the population of Harosale?
Harosale had a total population of 704, including 353 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Harosale?
Harosale had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harosale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harosale was 69.51%. Male literacy was 78.45% and female literacy was 60.67%.