Shirkhal - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Shirkhal is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shirkhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirkhal is 564864. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.68 hectares and falls under the 415716 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Shirkhal 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 Shirkhal
According to the 2011 Census, Shirkhal village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 496 males and 590 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.47%, with male literacy at 86.04% and female literacy at 63.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 81.
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 | 1,086 | 496 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 382 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 114 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Shirkhal
Shirkhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palgad | South | 1.76 km |
| Chinchali | North | 1.86 km |
| Samsher Ali Nagar | North | 2.86 km |
| Sondeghar | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Kondwadi | East | 3.40 km |
| Hatip | West | 3.47 km |
| Shivtar | East | 3.49 km |
| Visharantinagar | North | 3.92 km |
| Visapur | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Gherapalgad | South | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirkhal
Shirkhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 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 Shirkhal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shirkhal is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirkhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirkhal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirkhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirkhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirkhal
Where is Shirkhal located?
Shirkhal village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirkhal?
Shirkhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirkhal?
The pincode of Shirkhal is 415716.
What is the population of Shirkhal?
Shirkhal had a total population of 1,086, including 496 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Shirkhal?
Shirkhal had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirkhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirkhal was 73.47%. Male literacy was 86.04% and female literacy was 63.06%.