Sarshi - Wada, Palghar
Sarshi is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Vada and around 52 km from Thane. Sarshi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarshi is 552072. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 401607 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Sarshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarshi
According to the 2011 Census, Sarshi village had a total population of 755 people, including 390 males and 365 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.31%, with male literacy at 80.30% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 755 | 390 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 206 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 269 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 121 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Sarshi
Sarshi 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 Sarshi
Sarshi 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 Bhiwandi to Sarshi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sarshi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarshi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarshi
Where is Sarshi located?
Sarshi village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sarshi?
Sarshi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarshi?
The pincode of Sarshi is 401607.
What is the population of Sarshi?
Sarshi had a total population of 755, including 390 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Sarshi?
Sarshi had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarshi was 72.31%. Male literacy was 80.30% and female literacy was 63.81%.