Shirajgaon - Morshi, Amravati
Shirajgaon is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Shirajgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirajgaon is 532342. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.02 hectares and falls under the 444901 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Shirajgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirajgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirajgaon village has a total population of 1,307 people, consisting of 679 males and 628 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,126 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirajgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 679 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 590 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 89 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Shirajgaon
Shirajgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangrul | North | 2.50 km |
| Karajgaon | East | 3.35 km |
| Chinchkhed | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Bhilapur | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Davargaon | South | 3.63 km |
| Yawali | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Aurangpur | West | 3.75 km |
| Isabpur | West | 3.87 km |
| Adgaon | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Ghodgavhan | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirajgaon
Shirajgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| 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 Morshi to Shirajgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Shirajgaon is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirajgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirajgaon 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirajgaon
Where is Shirajgaon located?
Shirajgaon village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirajgaon?
Shirajgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirajgaon?
The pincode of Shirajgaon is 444901.
What is the population of Shirajgaon?
Shirajgaon has a total population of 1,307, including 679 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Shirajgaon?
There are 314 households in Shirajgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirajgaon is 86.15%. Male literacy is 86.89% and female literacy is 85.35%.