Shirsale - Bodvad, Jalgaon
Shirsale is a village situated in the Bodvad tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodvad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Shirsala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirsale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirsale is 527064. The village covers a total geographical area of 1417 hectares and falls under the 425310 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shirsale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shirsale
As per Census 2011, Shirsale village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 772 males and 737 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirsale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 772 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 567 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 205 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Shirsale
Shirsale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchkhede Seem | South | 2.54 km |
| Manyarkhede | North | 2.60 km |
| Hingane | West | 2.83 km |
| Sarola | North | 3.57 km |
| Gorad | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Kolhadi | South | 4.12 km |
| Ruikhede | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Kamrdipur | East | 4.86 km |
| Amadgaon | West | 5.20 km |
| Deodhaba | South-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirsale
Public transport in the Shirsale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolhadi, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 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 Bhusaval to Shirsale is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Shirsale is about 53 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 Shirsale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirsale 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirsale
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirsale
Where is Shirsale located?
Shirsale village is located in Bodvad Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirsale?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirsale is Shirsala.
What is the pincode of Shirsale?
The pincode of Shirsale is 425310.
What is the population of Shirsale?
Shirsale has a total population of 1,509, including 772 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Shirsale?
There are 328 households in Shirsale.
What is the literacy rate in Shirsale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirsale is 63.88%. Male literacy is 73.45% and female literacy is 53.87%.