Shirsadi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Shirsadi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shirsadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirsadi is 564853. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.99 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shirsadi 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 Shirsadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shirsadi village had a total population of 302 people, including 130 males and 172 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,323 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.29%, with male literacy at 78.81% and female literacy at 62.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 302 | 130 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 44 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 37 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Shirsadi
Shirsadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visharantinagar | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Soveli | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Bhatghar | West | 2.40 km |
| Bholavali | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Visapur | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Samsher Ali Nagar | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Dr.iqubalnagar | West | 3.28 km |
| Vinhe | North | 3.50 km |
| Chinchali | South | 3.78 km |
| Tamhane | East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirsadi
Shirsadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shirsadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shirsadi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirsadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirsadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shirsadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirsadi 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 Shirsadi
Where is Shirsadi located?
Shirsadi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirsadi?
Shirsadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirsadi?
The pincode of Shirsadi is 415714.
What is the population of Shirsadi?
Shirsadi had a total population of 302, including 130 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Shirsadi?
Shirsadi had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirsadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirsadi was 69.29%. Male literacy was 78.81% and female literacy was 62.35%.