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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirdhon village had a total population of 9,486 people, including 4,817 males and 4,669 females, living in 2,080 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.33%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 73.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,089, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 479.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Shirdhon?
The Village Panchayat of Shirdhon is Shiradhon.
What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
The pincode of Shirdhon is 416121.
What is the population of Shirdhon?
Shirdhon had a total population of 9,486, including 4,817 males and 4,669 females.
How many households are there in Shirdhon?
Shirdhon had 2,080 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirdhon was 81.33%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 73.24%.