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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Shiradhon village has a total population of 6,753 people, consisting of 3,517 males and 3,236 females. The village has 1,261 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 912 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,453 literate and 2,300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiradhon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Shiradhon?
Shiradhon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiradhon?
The pincode of Shiradhon is 431707.
What is the population of Shiradhon?
Shiradhon has a total population of 6,753, including 3,517 males and 3,236 females.
How many households are there in Shiradhon?
There are 1,261 households in Shiradhon.
What is the literacy rate in Shiradhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiradhon is 65.94%. Male literacy is 73.24% and female literacy is 58.00%.