Shirud Digar - Shahade, Nandurbar
Shirud Digar is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Siruddigar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirud Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirud Digar is 525585. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195 hectares and falls under the 425409 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shirud Digar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandurbar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shirud Digar
As per Census 2011, Shirud Digar village has a total population of 3,372 people, consisting of 1,701 males and 1,671 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,884 literate and 1,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,541 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirud Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,372 | 1,701 | 1,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 228 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 192 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,541 | 778 | 763 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 1,059 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 642 | 846 |
Nearby Villages of Shirud Digar
Shirud Digar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawalde | East | 2.23 km |
| Tembhe.ta.sha. | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Manarad | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Kanadi Kh | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Lambole | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Kukdel | North | 3.52 km |
| Mohide.ta.sha | East | 3.91 km |
| Sasade | South | 4.10 km |
| Varul.t.sha | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Anarad | South-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirud Digar
Shirud Digar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 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 Shahade to Shirud Digar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Shirud Digar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirud Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirud Digar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirud Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirud Digar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shirud Digar
Where is Shirud Digar located?
Shirud Digar village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirud Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirud Digar is Siruddigar.
What is the pincode of Shirud Digar?
The pincode of Shirud Digar is 425409.
What is the population of Shirud Digar?
Shirud Digar has a total population of 3,372, including 1,701 males and 1,671 females.
How many households are there in Shirud Digar?
There are 645 households in Shirud Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Shirud Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirud Digar is 55.87%. Male literacy is 62.26% and female literacy is 49.37%.