Deshshirwade - Sakri, Dhule
Deshshirwade is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 84 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Deshshirwade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deshshirwade is 526426. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.09 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Deshshirwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deshshirwade
As per Census 2011, Deshshirwade village has a total population of 2,280 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,151 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,403 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 874 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deshshirwade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,280 | 1,129 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 143 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 427 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 774 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 355 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Deshshirwade
Deshshirwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalner | North | 1.66 km |
| Kadyale | East | 1.97 km |
| Balhane | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Dhongade Digar | South | 2.61 km |
| Jirapur | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Jebapur | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Gavhanipada | East | 3.61 km |
| Chikase | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Shewadipada | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Pargaon | South | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deshshirwade
Deshshirwade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.7 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 Nandurbar to Deshshirwade is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Deshshirwade is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deshshirwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deshshirwade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deshshirwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deshshirwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deshshirwade
Where is Deshshirwade located?
Deshshirwade village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deshshirwade?
Deshshirwade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deshshirwade?
The pincode of Deshshirwade is 424306.
What is the population of Deshshirwade?
Deshshirwade has a total population of 2,280, including 1,129 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Deshshirwade?
There are 450 households in Deshshirwade.
What is the literacy rate in Deshshirwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deshshirwade is 61.54%. Male literacy is 68.56% and female literacy is 54.65%.