Shirgaon - Walwa, Sangli
Shirgaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shirgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgaon is 568386. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 416313 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirgaon village has a total population of 1,987 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 980 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 1,007 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 871 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 136 | 211 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagthane | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Pundiwadi | North | 3.42 km |
| Nagarale | North | 3.46 km |
| Walwa | West | 3.47 km |
| Padavalwadi | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Punadi Tarf Walava | North | 4.33 km |
| Burli | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Ahirwadi | South-West | 4.71 km |
| June Khed | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Nave Khed | North-West | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirgaon
Shirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shirgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shirgaon is about 25 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is located in Walwa 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 416313.
What is the population of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon has a total population of 1,987, including 1,007 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon?
There are 397 households in Shirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgaon is 82.54%. Male literacy is 86.49% and female literacy is 78.47%.