Posheri - Wada, Palghar
Posheri is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Vada and around 59 km from Thane. Posheri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Posheri is 552021. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.94 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Posheri 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 Posheri
As per Census 2011, Posheri village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 775 males and 758 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Posheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 775 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,207 | 599 | 608 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 530 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 245 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Posheri
Posheri 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 Posheri
Posheri 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Posheri is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Posheri is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Posheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Posheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Posheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Posheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Posheri
Where is Posheri located?
Posheri village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Posheri?
Posheri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Posheri?
The pincode of Posheri is 421303.
What is the population of Posheri?
Posheri has a total population of 1,533, including 775 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Posheri?
There are 318 households in Posheri.
What is the literacy rate in Posheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Posheri is 60.27%. Male literacy is 68.39% and female literacy is 51.98%.