Shirsole - Sakri, Dhule
Shirsole is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Shirsole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirsole is 526353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1057 hectares and falls under the 424304 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Shirsole 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 Shirsole
As per Census 2011, Shirsole village has a total population of 2,057 people, consisting of 770 males and 1,287 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 1,671 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,194 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirsole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,057 | 770 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 107 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,827 | 656 | 1,171 |
| Literate Population | 1,194 | 415 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 355 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Shirsole
Shirsole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamkhel | West | 2.66 km |
| Machmal | North | 3.04 km |
| Khandbara | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Kuruswade | North | 3.48 km |
| Mohane | South | 3.61 km |
| Rohod | West | 4.61 km |
| Kuttarkhamb | South | 4.83 km |
| Sutare | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Dhangai | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Satarpada | East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirsole
Public transport in the Shirsole is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchpada, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 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 Nawapur to Shirsole is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Shirsole is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirsole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirsole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirsole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirsole 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shirsole
Where is Shirsole located?
Shirsole village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirsole?
Shirsole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirsole?
The pincode of Shirsole is 424304.
What is the population of Shirsole?
Shirsole has a total population of 2,057, including 770 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Shirsole?
There are 334 households in Shirsole.
What is the literacy rate in Shirsole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirsole is 58.05%. Male literacy is 53.90% and female literacy is 60.53%.