Shirdhon - Shirol, Kolhapur
Shirdhon is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shiradhon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirdhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirdhon is 567348. The village covers a total geographical area of 1883.92 hectares and falls under the 416121 pincode. Kurundvad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shirdhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shirdhon
As per Census 2011, Shirdhon village has a total population of 9,486 people, consisting of 4,817 males and 4,669 females. The village has 2,080 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 988 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,911 literate and 2,575 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,089 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 479 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirdhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,486 | 4,817 | 4,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 988 | 527 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 544 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 237 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 6,911 | 3,829 | 3,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,575 | 988 | 1,587 |
Nearby Villages of Shirdhon
Shirdhon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Abdul Lat | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Herwad | South | 3.95 km |
| Takawade | West | 4.28 km |
| Terwad | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Haroli | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Latwadi | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Nandani | North | 5.12 km |
| Jambhali | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Nrusinhwadi | East | 5.92 km |
| Majarewadi | South-East | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirdhon
Shirdhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimshirgaon Tamdalge, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.5 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 Kurundvad to Shirdhon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shirdhon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirdhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirdhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirdhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirdhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirdhon
Where is Shirdhon located?
Shirdhon village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirdhon is Shiradhon.
What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
The pincode of Shirdhon is 416121.
What is the population of Shirdhon?
Shirdhon has a total population of 9,486, including 4,817 males and 4,669 females.
How many households are there in Shirdhon?
There are 2,080 households in Shirdhon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirdhon is 72.85%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 66.01%.