Shirapur - Ashti, Beed
Shirapur is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Ashti and around 105 km from Bid. Shirapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirapur is 558827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1028.97 hectares and falls under the 414202 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirapur
As per Census 2011, Shirapur village has a total population of 1,833 people, consisting of 960 males and 873 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,833 | 960 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 699 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 261 | 387 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanadi Kh. | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Chincholi | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Takali Aamiya | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Pundi | West | 3.61 km |
| Sablekhed | North | 3.67 km |
| Pimpalgaon Dani | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Saratewadgaon | South | 4.14 km |
| Anandwadi | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Dhanora | North | 4.88 km |
| Kada | East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirapur
Shirapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Shirapur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Shirapur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirapur
Where is Shirapur located?
Shirapur village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirapur?
Shirapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirapur?
The pincode of Shirapur is 414202.
What is the population of Shirapur?
Shirapur has a total population of 1,833, including 960 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Shirapur?
There are 416 households in Shirapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shirapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirapur is 64.65%. Male literacy is 72.81% and female literacy is 55.67%.