Shiracha - Mundra, Kachchh
Shiracha is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Shiracha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiracha is 507326. The village covers a total geographical area of 1676.64 hectares and falls under the 370435 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shiracha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiracha
As per Census 2011, Shiracha village has a total population of 1,879 people, consisting of 1,171 males and 708 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 604 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,298 literate and 581 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiracha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,879 | 1,171 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 121 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 164 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,298 | 924 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 247 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Shiracha
Shiracha 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 Shiracha
Shiracha 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 Mundra to Shiracha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Shiracha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiracha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiracha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiracha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiracha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shiracha
Where is Shiracha located?
Shiracha village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiracha?
Shiracha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiracha?
The pincode of Shiracha is 370435.
What is the population of Shiracha?
Shiracha has a total population of 1,879, including 1,171 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Shiracha?
There are 429 households in Shiracha.
What is the literacy rate in Shiracha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiracha is 69.08%. Male literacy is 78.91% and female literacy is 52.82%.