Shirshi - Khed, Ratnagiri
Shirshi is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shirshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirshi is 565093. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.17 hectares and falls under the 415727 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shirshi 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 Shirshi
As per Census 2011, Shirshi village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 554 males and 579 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 554 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 453 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 101 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Shirshi
Shirshi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shirshi
Shirshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khed to Shirshi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shirshi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirshi 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 Shirshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirshi
Where is Shirshi located?
Shirshi village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirshi?
Shirshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirshi?
The pincode of Shirshi is 415727.
What is the population of Shirshi?
Shirshi has a total population of 1,133, including 554 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Shirshi?
There are 222 households in Shirshi.
What is the literacy rate in Shirshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirshi is 77.58%. Male literacy is 81.77% and female literacy is 73.58%.