Shilshet
Shilshet is a village located in Vikramgad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Vikramgad (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kev is the gram panchayat of Shilshet village.
Shilshet has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shilshet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilshet is 551827. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.55 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Shilshet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Shilshet
Population of Shilshet
Below is a concise population overview of Shilshet as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 351 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 636 | 316 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 221 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 130 | 195 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilshet village:
- The total population of Shilshet village is around 708, including approximately 351 males and 357 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Shilshet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shilshet village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 636 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shilshet village is about 54.10%, with male literacy at 62.96% and female literacy at 45.38%.
- There are around 154 households in Shilshet village.
Connectivity of Shilshet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilshet. As per the 2011 stats, Shilshet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shilshet
Knowing the nearby villages of Shilshet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilshet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shilshet
- Where is Shilshet located?
- Shilshet village is situated in Vikramgad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shilshet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shilshet is Kev (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shilshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilshet is 708, with 351 males and 357 females.
- How many households are there in Shilshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shilshet village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shilshet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilshet is 54.10%. The male literacy rate is 62.96%, while the female literacy rate is 45.38%.