Shiravane - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Shiravane is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 188 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shiravane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiravane is 564927. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Shiravane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiravane
According to the 2011 Census, Shiravane village had a total population of 662 people, including 294 males and 368 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 1,252 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.12%, with male literacy at 92.28% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 294 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 251 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 43 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Shiravane
Shiravane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panhalekazi | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Dabhil | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Urphi | North | 2.45 km |
| Kelil | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Phansu | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Sahilnagar | South | 3.11 km |
| Bhopan | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Degaon | East | 4.34 km |
| Gavrai | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Pangari Tarf Haveli | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiravane
Shiravane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 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 Dapoli Camp to Shiravane is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shiravane is about 188 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiravane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiravane 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shiravane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiravane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiravane
Where is Shiravane located?
Shiravane village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiravane?
Shiravane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiravane?
The pincode of Shiravane is 415712.
What is the population of Shiravane?
Shiravane had a total population of 662, including 294 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Shiravane?
Shiravane had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiravane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiravane was 75.12%. Male literacy was 92.28% and female literacy was 61.36%.