Biur - Shirala, Sangli
Biur is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Biur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biur is 568289. The village covers a total geographical area of 892 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Biur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biur
As per Census 2011, Biur village has a total population of 2,849 people, consisting of 1,447 males and 1,402 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,173 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,849 | 1,447 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 155 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,173 | 1,172 | 1,001 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 275 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Biur
Biur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upavale | North | 1.76 km |
| Bhatshirgaon | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Pavalewadi | West | 2.86 km |
| Shirala | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Wadibhagai | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Chikhali | South | 3.80 km |
| Natoli | South | 3.80 km |
| Tadavale | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Aswalewadi | West | 4.57 km |
| Padali | North | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biur
Biur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| 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 Uran Islampur to Biur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Biur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biur
Where is Biur located?
Biur village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biur?
Biur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biur?
The pincode of Biur is 415408.
What is the population of Biur?
Biur has a total population of 2,849, including 1,447 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Biur?
There are 585 households in Biur.
What is the literacy rate in Biur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biur is 76.27%. Male literacy is 81.00% and female literacy is 71.40%.