Shirasgaon (Harsul) - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Shirasgaon (Harsul) is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shirasgaon (h) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirasgaon (Harsul) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirasgaon (Harsul) is 550868. The village covers a total geographical area of 793.98 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Shirasgaon (Harsul) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirasgaon (Harsul)
As per Census 2011, Shirasgaon (Harsul) village has a total population of 1,795 people, consisting of 938 males and 857 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,216 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,731 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirasgaon (Harsul) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,795 | 938 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 116 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,731 | 904 | 827 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 688 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 250 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Shirasgaon (Harsul)
Shirasgaon (Harsul) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shirasgaon (Harsul)
Shirasgaon (Harsul) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Trimbak to Shirasgaon (Harsul) is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shirasgaon (Harsul) is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirasgaon (Harsul)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirasgaon (Harsul) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirasgaon (Harsul)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirasgaon (Harsul) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirasgaon (Harsul)
Where is Shirasgaon (Harsul) located?
Shirasgaon (Harsul) village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirasgaon (Harsul)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirasgaon (Harsul) is Shirasgaon (h).
What is the pincode of Shirasgaon (Harsul)?
The pincode of Shirasgaon (Harsul) is 422204.
What is the population of Shirasgaon (Harsul)?
Shirasgaon (Harsul) has a total population of 1,795, including 938 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Shirasgaon (Harsul)?
There are 280 households in Shirasgaon (Harsul).
What is the literacy rate in Shirasgaon (Harsul)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirasgaon (Harsul) is 67.74%. Male literacy is 73.35% and female literacy is 61.61%.