Shiradhon - Kandhar, Nanded
Shiradhon is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shiradhon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiradhon is 545356. The village covers a total geographical area of 2089 hectares and falls under the 431707 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shiradhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiradhon
According to the 2011 Census, Shiradhon village had a total population of 6,753 people, including 3,517 males and 3,236 females, living in 1,261 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.24%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 66.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,317, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 6,753 | 3,517 | 3,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 912 | 497 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,317 | 685 | 632 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,453 | 2,576 | 1,877 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,300 | 941 | 1,359 |
Nearby Villages of Shiradhon
Shiradhon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutyachiwadi | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Golegaon P.u. | East | 3.46 km |
| Osmannagar | West | 3.94 km |
| Dolara | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Datala | South | 4.01 km |
| Dahikalamba | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Telangwadi | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Joshi Sangvi | North | 4.56 km |
| Hindola | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Alegaon | South-West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiradhon
Shiradhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Huzur Sahib Nanded, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandhar to Shiradhon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shiradhon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiradhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiradhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiradhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiradhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiradhon
Where is Shiradhon located?
Shiradhon village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shiradhon?
Shiradhon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiradhon?
The pincode of Shiradhon is 431707.
What is the population of Shiradhon?
Shiradhon had a total population of 6,753, including 3,517 males and 3,236 females.
How many households are there in Shiradhon?
Shiradhon had 1,261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiradhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiradhon was 76.24%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 66.54%.