Sheer Bk. - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Sheer Bk. is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheer Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheer Bk. is 565445. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053 hectares and falls under the 415724 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sheer Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheer Bk.
As per Census 2011, Sheer Bk. village has a total population of 1,007 people, consisting of 352 males and 655 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 1,860 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 381 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheer Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 352 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 253 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 99 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Sheer Bk.
Sheer Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khodade | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Shigawanwadi | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Kawankarwadi | North | 2.44 km |
| Sheer | West | 2.96 km |
| Pati | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Masue Bk. | South | 3.69 km |
| Abloli | South | 3.72 km |
| Gonabarewadi | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Kotluk | North | 4.09 km |
| Kutgiri | North-East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheer Bk.
Sheer Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.3 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 Chiplun to Sheer Bk. is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Sheer Bk. is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheer Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheer Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sheer Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheer Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sheer Bk.
Where is Sheer Bk. located?
Sheer Bk. village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheer Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheer Bk. is Shir.
What is the pincode of Sheer Bk.?
The pincode of Sheer Bk. is 415724.
What is the population of Sheer Bk.?
Sheer Bk. has a total population of 1,007, including 352 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Sheer Bk.?
There are 285 households in Sheer Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Sheer Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheer Bk. is 62.16%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 56.95%.