Shirsale Kh. - Amalner, Jalgaon
Shirsale Kh. is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Shirsale Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirsale Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirsale Kh. is 527522. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.74 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shirsale Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirsale Kh.
As per Census 2011, Shirsale Kh. village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 232 males and 243 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirsale Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 232 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 163 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 69 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Shirsale Kh.
Shirsale Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atale | South | 1.20 km |
| Dheku Charam | East | 1.33 km |
| Shirsale Bk. | West | 1.62 km |
| Zadi | North | 1.86 km |
| Galwade Kh. | East | 2.08 km |
| Pimpale Kh. | South | 2.34 km |
| Ardi | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Ambasan | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Chimanpuri | South | 3.23 km |
| Talwade | West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirsale Kh.
Public transport in the Shirsale Kh. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Shirsale Kh. is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Shirsale Kh. is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirsale Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirsale Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirsale Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirsale Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shirsale Kh.
Where is Shirsale Kh. located?
Shirsale Kh. village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirsale Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirsale Kh. is Shirsale Bk.
What is the pincode of Shirsale Kh.?
The pincode of Shirsale Kh. is 425401.
What is the population of Shirsale Kh.?
Shirsale Kh. has a total population of 475, including 232 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Shirsale Kh.?
There are 108 households in Shirsale Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Shirsale Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirsale Kh. is 63.58%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 57.20%.