Shirol - Shirol, Kolhapur
Shirol is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirol is 567330. The village covers a total geographical area of 3441 hectares and falls under the 416103 pincode. Kurundvad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shirol is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Shirol
As per Census 2011, Shirol village has a total population of 27,649 people, consisting of 14,216 males and 13,433 females. The village has 6,028 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,876 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20,941 literate and 6,708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,789 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,649 | 14,216 | 13,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,876 | 1,569 | 1,307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,759 | 2,374 | 2,385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,789 | 924 | 865 |
| Literate Population | 20,941 | 11,438 | 9,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,708 | 2,778 | 3,930 |
Nearby Villages of Shirol
Shirol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nrusinhwadi | South | 3.78 km |
| Dharangutti | West | 4.09 km |
| Ghalwad | East | 4.78 km |
| Chinchwad | North | 4.85 km |
| Shirati | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Arjunwad | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Udagaon | North | 5.10 km |
| Gaurwad | South-East | 5.71 km |
| Nandani | West | 6.36 km |
| Aurwad | South | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirol
The nearest railway station is Jayasingpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurundvad to Shirol is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shirol 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.
FAQs about Shirol
Where is Shirol located?
Shirol village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Shirol?
The pincode of Shirol is 416103.
What is the population of Shirol?
Shirol has a total population of 27,649, including 14,216 males and 13,433 females.
How many households are there in Shirol?
There are 6,028 households in Shirol.
What is the literacy rate in Shirol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirol is 75.74%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 70.74%.