Shipur - Miraj, Sangli
Shipur is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shipur is 568739. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768 hectares and falls under the 416414 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shipur
As per Census 2011, Shipur village has a total population of 2,534 people, consisting of 1,302 males and 1,232 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,929 literate and 605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,534 | 1,302 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 233 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,074 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 228 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Shipur
Shipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Payappachiwadi | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Vyankuchiwadi | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Belanki | East | 4.03 km |
| Dongarwadi | North | 4.16 km |
| Kadamwadi | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Santoshwadi | South-East | 5.72 km |
| Erandoli | West | 5.73 km |
| Lingnur | South-East | 7.04 km |
| Khanderajuri | North-West | 7.24 km |
| Arag | South | 7.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shipur
Shipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belanki, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Shipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shipur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shipur 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 Shipur
Where is Shipur located?
Shipur village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shipur?
Shipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shipur?
The pincode of Shipur is 416414.
What is the population of Shipur?
Shipur has a total population of 2,534, including 1,302 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Shipur?
There are 578 households in Shipur.
What is the literacy rate in Shipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shipur is 76.12%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 69.40%.