Tilase - Wada, Palghar
Tilase is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vada and around 69 km from Thane. Moj serves as the Village Panchayat for Tilase village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilase is 552148. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.24 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tilase 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 Tilase
According to the 2011 Census, Tilase village had a total population of 859 people, including 434 males and 425 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 79.47% and female literacy at 60.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 796.
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 | 859 | 434 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 54 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 403 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 302 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 132 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Tilase
Tilase 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 Tilase
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tilase.
| 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 Tilase is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Tilase is about 69 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 Tilase
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilase 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 Tilase
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilase 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 Tilase
Where is Tilase located?
Tilase village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tilase?
The Village Panchayat of Tilase is Moj.
What is the pincode of Tilase?
The pincode of Tilase is 421303.
What is the population of Tilase?
Tilase had a total population of 859, including 434 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Tilase?
Tilase had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilase?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilase was 70.37%. Male literacy was 79.47% and female literacy was 60.72%.