Shirati - Shirol, Kolhapur
Shirati is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shirati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirati is 567334. The village covers a total geographical area of 1173.11 hectares and falls under the 416103 pincode. Jaysingpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shirati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shirati
As per Census 2011, Shirati village has a total population of 5,640 people, consisting of 2,903 males and 2,737 females. The village has 1,238 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,264 literate and 1,376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 778 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,640 | 2,903 | 2,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 278 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 399 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 4,264 | 2,377 | 1,887 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,376 | 526 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Shirati
Shirati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavatheguland | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Gaurwad | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Kutwad | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Ghalwad | North | 3.57 km |
| Nrusinhwadi | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Aurwad | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Shirol | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Kanwad | East | 5.39 km |
| Dhavali | North | 5.40 km |
| Shedshal | South-East | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirati
Shirati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vijayanagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jaysingpur to Shirati is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shirati is about 52 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 Shirati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirati
Where is Shirati located?
Shirati village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirati?
Shirati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirati?
The pincode of Shirati is 416103.
What is the population of Shirati?
Shirati has a total population of 5,640, including 2,903 males and 2,737 females.
How many households are there in Shirati?
There are 1,238 households in Shirati.
What is the literacy rate in Shirati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirati is 75.60%. Male literacy is 81.88% and female literacy is 68.94%.