Shirgaon - Kadegaon, Sangli
Shirgaon is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shirgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgaon is 568453. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.48 hectares and falls under the 415303 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirgaon village has a total population of 1,004 people, consisting of 497 males and 507 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,004 | 497 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 711 | 392 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 105 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Shirgaon
Shirgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramapur | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Bhalwani | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Devrashtre | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Wangi | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Kamlapur | East | 4.06 km |
| Ambak | West | 4.16 km |
| Jadhavnagar | South | 4.45 km |
| Mo. Vadgaon | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Balvadi Bhalvani | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirgaon
Shirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Shirgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shirgaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirgaon 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirgaon 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 Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirgaon?
The pincode of Shirgaon is 415303.
What is the population of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon has a total population of 1,004, including 497 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon?
There are 248 households in Shirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgaon is 70.82%. Male literacy is 78.87% and female literacy is 62.92%.