Shirambe - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Shirambe is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shirambe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirambe is 565674. The village covers a total geographical area of 929 hectares and falls under the 415641 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shirambe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirambe
As per Census 2011, Shirambe village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 321 males and 428 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirambe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 321 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 227 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 94 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Shirambe
Shirambe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purye Tarf Savarde | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Vahal | North | 2.84 km |
| Vareli | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Pilavali Tarf Savarda | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Kalambushi | East | 3.76 km |
| Veer | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Waderu | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Asave | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Narduve | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Khandotri | North | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirambe
Shirambe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Shirambe is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shirambe is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirambe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirambe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirambe
Where is Shirambe located?
Shirambe village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirambe?
Shirambe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirambe?
The pincode of Shirambe is 415641.
What is the population of Shirambe?
Shirambe has a total population of 749, including 321 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Shirambe?
There are 203 households in Shirambe.
What is the literacy rate in Shirambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirambe is 62.35%. Male literacy is 70.72% and female literacy is 56.07%.