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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Harosale village has a total population of 704 people, consisting of 353 males and 351 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 621 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harosale are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Harosale?
Harosale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harosale?
The pincode of Harosale is 421303.
What is the population of Harosale?
Harosale has a total population of 704, including 353 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Harosale?
There are 138 households in Harosale.
What is the literacy rate in Harosale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harosale is 58.95%. Male literacy is 66.01% and female literacy is 51.85%.