Shir - Valia, Bharuch
Shir is a village situated in the Valia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valia and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Shir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shir is 522471. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.84 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 34 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 1,068 people, including 541 males and 527 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.36%, with male literacy at 72.61% and female literacy at 55.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,047.
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 | 1,068 | 541 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,047 | 529 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 342 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 199 | 273 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklesvar to Shir is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Shir is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shir
Where is Shir located?
Shir village is located in Valia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shir?
Shir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shir?
The pincode of Shir is 393130.
What is the population of Shir?
Shir had a total population of 1,068, including 541 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Shir?
Shir had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shir was 64.36%. Male literacy was 72.61% and female literacy was 55.82%.