Shirud - Amalner, Jalgaon
Shirud is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Shirud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirud is 527535. The village covers a total geographical area of 835.08 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shirud 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 Shirud
As per Census 2011, Shirud village has a total population of 3,178 people, consisting of 1,663 males and 1,515 females. The village has 692 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,196 literate and 982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,178 | 1,663 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 195 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 2,196 | 1,263 | 933 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 400 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Shirud
Shirud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavpimpri | South | 2.57 km |
| Fapore Bk. | East | 2.73 km |
| Indrapimpri | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Mangrul | North | 3.33 km |
| Londhave | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Sumthane | South | 5.11 km |
| Bilkhede | East | 5.11 km |
| Kanhere | East | 5.16 km |
| Vaghoda | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Fapore Kh. | East | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirud
Shirud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amalner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Shirud is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Shirud is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirud 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 Shirud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirud
Where is Shirud located?
Shirud village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirud?
Shirud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirud?
The pincode of Shirud is 425401.
What is the population of Shirud?
Shirud has a total population of 3,178, including 1,663 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Shirud?
There are 692 households in Shirud.
What is the literacy rate in Shirud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirud is 69.10%. Male literacy is 75.95% and female literacy is 61.58%.