Shirur - Kandhar, Nanded
Shirur is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shirur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirur is 545386. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 431746 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shirur 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 Shirur
As per Census 2011, Shirur village has a total population of 1,352 people, consisting of 710 males and 642 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,352 | 710 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 220 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 513 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 197 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Shirur
Shirur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bawi | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Zapewadi | South | 2.33 km |
| Bhalgaon | North | 3.72 km |
| Kasalwadi | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Dhokwad | East | 5.32 km |
| Munguswade | North-West | 6.61 km |
| Ekanathwadi | North-West | 6.68 km |
| Sawargaon Chakla | North | 6.74 km |
| Nandewali | North-East | 7.25 km |
| Tagadgaon | South-East | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirur
Public transport in the Shirur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mukhed to Shirur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shirur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirur
Where is Shirur located?
Shirur village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirur?
Shirur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirur?
The pincode of Shirur is 431746.
What is the population of Shirur?
Shirur has a total population of 1,352, including 710 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Shirur?
There are 315 households in Shirur.
What is the literacy rate in Shirur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirur is 66.20%. Male literacy is 72.25% and female literacy is 59.50%.