Shir - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Shir is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Tavdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shir is 522196. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.3 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Shir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shir
According to the 2011 Census, Shir village had a total population of 614 people, including 309 males and 305 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.03%, with male literacy at 95.73% and female literacy at 88.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 614 | 309 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 197 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 269 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 40 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Shir
Shir 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 Shir
Shir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipla to Shir is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Shir is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shir 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shir
Where is Shir located?
Shir village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shir?
The Gram Panchayat of Shir is Tavdi.
What is the pincode of Shir?
The pincode of Shir is 393110.
What is the population of Shir?
Shir had a total population of 614, including 309 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Shir?
Shir had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shir was 92.03%. Male literacy was 95.73% and female literacy was 88.19%.