Shirapur - Parner, Ahilyanagar
Shirapur is a village situated in the Parner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Parner and around 80 km from Ahmadnagar. Shirapur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirapur is 558345. The village covers a total geographical area of 1969.88 hectares and falls under the 414305 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Shirapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirapur village had a total population of 3,124 people, including 1,646 males and 1,478 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 64.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 3,124 | 1,646 | 1,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 195 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,096 | 1,235 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 411 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Shirapur
Shirapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chombhut | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Pabal | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Wadner Bk. | South | 3.59 km |
| Mhaskewadi | North | 4.11 km |
| Loni Mawala | East | 4.28 km |
| Renwadi | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Jambut | West | 4.60 km |
| Shirsule | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Alkuti | North | 5.26 km |
| Morwadi | South-East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirapur
Shirapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ranjangaon Rd, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Shirapur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirapur 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 Shirapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirapur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shirapur
Where is Shirapur located?
Shirapur village is located in Parner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shirapur?
Shirapur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirapur?
The pincode of Shirapur is 414305.
What is the population of Shirapur?
Shirapur had a total population of 3,124, including 1,646 males and 1,478 females.
How many households are there in Shirapur?
Shirapur had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirapur was 75.45%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 64.88%.