Shirva - Mandvi, Kachchh
Shirva is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Shirva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirva is 507267. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.76 hectares and falls under the 370465 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shirva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shirva
As per Census 2011, Shirva village has a total population of 1,847 people, consisting of 887 males and 960 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,244 literate and 603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,847 | 887 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 120 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,244 | 636 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 251 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Shirva
Shirva 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 Shirva
Shirva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Shirva is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Shirva is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirva
Where is Shirva located?
Shirva village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirva?
Shirva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirva?
The pincode of Shirva is 370465.
What is the population of Shirva?
Shirva has a total population of 1,847, including 887 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Shirva?
There are 400 households in Shirva.
What is the literacy rate in Shirva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirva is 67.35%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 63.33%.