Shirvaniya - Visavadar, Junagadh
Shirvaniya is a village situated in the Visavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Visavadar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Shirvaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirvaniya is 514578. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.6 hectares and falls under the 362020 pincode. Visavadar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shirvaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirvaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Shirvaniya village had a total population of 361 people, including 186 males and 175 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.71%, with male literacy at 85.12% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 361 | 186 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 143 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 43 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Shirvaniya
Shirvaniya 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 Shirvaniya
Shirvaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shirvaniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visavadar to Shirvaniya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shirvaniya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirvaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirvaniya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirvaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirvaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirvaniya
Where is Shirvaniya located?
Shirvaniya village is located in Visavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirvaniya?
Shirvaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirvaniya?
The pincode of Shirvaniya is 362020.
What is the population of Shirvaniya?
Shirvaniya had a total population of 361, including 186 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Shirvaniya?
Shirvaniya had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirvaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirvaniya was 76.71%. Male literacy was 85.12% and female literacy was 67.53%.