Sheer - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Sheer 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 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheer is 565444. The village covers a total geographical area of 1815 hectares and falls under the 415724 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Sheer 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
As per Census 2011, Sheer village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 505 males and 898 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 1,778 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 824 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 505 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 73 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 349 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 156 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Sheer
Sheer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shigawanwadi | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Chindrawale | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Pimper | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Sheer Bk. | East | 2.96 km |
| Jamsut | North | 3.64 km |
| Kawankarwadi | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Kotluk | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Pimpar Kh. | West | 3.98 km |
| Umarath | West | 4.26 km |
| Vaghambe | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheer
Sheer 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 103.4 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 is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Sheer 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheer 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sheer
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 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 Sheer
Where is Sheer located?
Sheer village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheer?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheer is Shir.
What is the pincode of Sheer?
The pincode of Sheer is 415724.
What is the population of Sheer?
Sheer has a total population of 1,403, including 505 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Sheer?
There are 409 households in Sheer.
What is the literacy rate in Sheer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheer is 58.73%. Male literacy is 69.11% and female literacy is 52.90%.