Shilottar - Wada, Palghar
Shilottar is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vada and around 70 km from Thane. Pik serves as the Village Panchayat for Shilottar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilottar is 552123. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.24 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shilottar 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 Shilottar
According to the 2011 Census, Shilottar village had a total population of 400 people, including 202 males and 198 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.43%, with male literacy at 80.11% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 400 | 202 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 117 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 141 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 61 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Shilottar
Shilottar 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 Shilottar
Shilottar 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 Jawhar to Shilottar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shilottar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilottar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilottar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shilottar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilottar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilottar
Where is Shilottar located?
Shilottar village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shilottar?
The Village Panchayat of Shilottar is Pik.
What is the pincode of Shilottar?
The pincode of Shilottar is 421303.
What is the population of Shilottar?
Shilottar had a total population of 400, including 202 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Shilottar?
Shilottar had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilottar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilottar was 69.43%. Male literacy was 80.11% and female literacy was 58.62%.