Shirde - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Shirde is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 168 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shirde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirde is 564943. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.47 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shirde 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 Shirde
According to the 2011 Census, Shirde village had a total population of 384 people, including 158 males and 226 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,430 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.53%, with male literacy at 94.89% and female literacy at 84.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 384 | 158 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 130 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 28 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Shirde
Shirde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walane | West | 1.61 km |
| Borghar | North | 1.73 km |
| Sadavali | South | 1.81 km |
| Sadave | East | 2.00 km |
| Apti | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Brahmanwadi | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Umbarle | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Talsure | North | 3.78 km |
| Terevayangani | South | 3.93 km |
| Nigade | West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirde
Public transport in the Shirde is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shirde is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shirde is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirde 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirde 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 Shirde
Where is Shirde located?
Shirde village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shirde?
Shirde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirde?
The pincode of Shirde is 415712.
What is the population of Shirde?
Shirde had a total population of 384, including 158 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Shirde?
Shirde had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirde was 88.53%. Male literacy was 94.89% and female literacy was 84.24%.