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.
Here you can discover what makes Shilshet unique in its vibrant Vikramgad-Thane region. You’ll see Shilshet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Shilshet has a total population of about 708, with approximately 351 males and 357 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 636. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.10%, with male literacy at about 62.96% and female literacy near 45.38%. There are around 154 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shilshet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.