Nirhale - Sinnar, Nashik
Nirhale is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nirhale Fattepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nirhale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirhale is 551267. The village covers a total geographical area of 761.8 hectares and falls under the 422606 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Nirhale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nirhale
As per Census 2011, Nirhale village has a total population of 1,792 people, consisting of 913 males and 879 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nirhale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,792 | 913 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 684 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 229 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Nirhale
Nirhale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulapur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Fattepur | South | 1.86 km |
| Ghotewadi | East | 3.05 km |
| Marhal Kh. | North | 3.08 km |
| Kankori | West | 3.22 km |
| Fulenagar | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Marhal Bk. | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Nimon | South | 4.95 km |
| Paregaon Bk. | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Pangari Kh | North | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nirhale
Nirhale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.5 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 Sinnar to Nirhale is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Nirhale is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirhale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirhale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nirhale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirhale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nirhale
Where is Nirhale located?
Nirhale village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nirhale?
The Gram Panchayat of Nirhale is Nirhale Fattepur.
What is the pincode of Nirhale?
The pincode of Nirhale is 422606.
What is the population of Nirhale?
Nirhale has a total population of 1,792, including 913 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Nirhale?
There are 343 households in Nirhale.
What is the literacy rate in Nirhale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirhale is 68.69%. Male literacy is 74.92% and female literacy is 62.23%.