Shirashi - Shirala, Sangli
Shirashi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shirashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirashi is 568274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018.6 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Shirashi 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 Shirashi
As per Census 2011, Shirashi village has a total population of 2,272 people, consisting of 1,087 males and 1,185 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,571 literate and 701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,272 | 1,087 | 1,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 129 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 168 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 826 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 261 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Shirashi
Shirashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambewadi | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Ghagarewadi | North | 2.59 km |
| Girajawade | North | 2.79 km |
| Dhamavade | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Shivarwadi | East | 2.99 km |
| Wakurde Bk | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Panumbre Tarf Shirala | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Kondaiwadi | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Antri Bk | South | 3.90 km |
| Nigadi | South-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirashi
Shirashi 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 39.3 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 Shirashi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shirashi is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirashi 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 Shirashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirashi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shirashi
Where is Shirashi located?
Shirashi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirashi?
Shirashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirashi?
The pincode of Shirashi is 415408.
What is the population of Shirashi?
Shirashi has a total population of 2,272, including 1,087 males and 1,185 females.
How many households are there in Shirashi?
There are 521 households in Shirashi.
What is the literacy rate in Shirashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirashi is 69.15%. Male literacy is 75.99% and female literacy is 62.87%.