Shirdhon - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Shirdhon is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shirdhon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirdhon is 568804. The village covers a total geographical area of 803.02 hectares and falls under the 416419 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shirdhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirdhon
As per Census 2011, Shirdhon village has a total population of 2,887 people, consisting of 1,527 males and 1,360 females. The village has 617 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,180 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirdhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,887 | 1,527 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 195 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 230 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,180 | 1,224 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 303 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Shirdhon
Shirdhon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Landagewadi | East | 2.45 km |
| Malangaon | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Jayagavhan | North | 3.56 km |
| Borgaon | West | 4.17 km |
| Morgaon | South | 4.71 km |
| Zurewadi | East | 5.55 km |
| Gavhan | North-West | 5.72 km |
| Haroli | South | 5.93 km |
| Nagewadi | North | 5.98 km |
| Wadgaon | North | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirdhon
Shirdhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agran Dhulgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Shirdhon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shirdhon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirdhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirdhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shirdhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirdhon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirdhon
Where is Shirdhon located?
Shirdhon village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
Shirdhon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
The pincode of Shirdhon is 416419.
What is the population of Shirdhon?
Shirdhon has a total population of 2,887, including 1,527 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Shirdhon?
There are 617 households in Shirdhon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirdhon is 75.51%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 70.29%.