Shirve - Talode, Nandurbar
Shirve is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Shirve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirve is 525375. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.08 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shirve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirve
As per Census 2011, Shirve village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 708 males and 673 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 708 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 89 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,357 | 696 | 661 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 490 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 218 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Shirve
Shirve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padhadi | South | 0.80 km |
| Ziri | South | 1.47 km |
| Amalpada | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Kakalpur | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Ranapur | West | 2.31 km |
| Modalpada | South | 2.45 km |
| Mendhwad | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Somawal Kh | East | 3.20 km |
| Ekdhad | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Somawal Bk | South-East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirve
Shirve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhekvad, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 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 Talode to Shirve is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Shirve is about 40 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 Shirve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shirve
Where is Shirve located?
Shirve village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirve?
Shirve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirve?
The pincode of Shirve is 425413.
What is the population of Shirve?
Shirve has a total population of 1,381, including 708 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Shirve?
There are 299 households in Shirve.
What is the literacy rate in Shirve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirve is 64.81%. Male literacy is 69.21% and female literacy is 60.18%.