Shirwade Wakad - Niphad, Nashik
Shirwade Wakad is a village situated in the Niphad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niphad and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shirwade Wakad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirwade Wakad is 551363. The village covers a total geographical area of 773 hectares and falls under the 422305 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shirwade Wakad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirwade Wakad
As per Census 2011, Shirwade Wakad village has a total population of 2,084 people, consisting of 1,070 males and 1,014 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,402 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirwade Wakad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,084 | 1,070 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 159 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 317 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,402 | 792 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 278 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Shirwade Wakad
Shirwade Wakad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wakad | North | 2.58 km |
| Satyagaon | East | 2.73 km |
| Morvis | South | 2.96 km |
| Kanlad | West | 3.24 km |
| Dhamori | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Mukhed | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Deogaon | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Kalgaon | West | 5.45 km |
| Baktarpur | South-West | 5.69 km |
| Manori Bk. | North-East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirwade Wakad
Shirwade Wakad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 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 Yevla to Shirwade Wakad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shirwade Wakad is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirwade Wakad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirwade Wakad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirwade Wakad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirwade Wakad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirwade Wakad
Where is Shirwade Wakad located?
Shirwade Wakad village is located in Niphad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirwade Wakad?
Shirwade Wakad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirwade Wakad?
The pincode of Shirwade Wakad is 422305.
What is the population of Shirwade Wakad?
Shirwade Wakad has a total population of 2,084, including 1,070 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Shirwade Wakad?
There are 463 households in Shirwade Wakad.
What is the literacy rate in Shirwade Wakad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirwade Wakad is 67.27%. Male literacy is 74.02% and female literacy is 60.16%.