Shirgaon - Karad, Satara
Shirgaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Adarshnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgaon is 564477. The village covers a total geographical area of 780 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirgaon village has a total population of 1,923 people, consisting of 947 males and 976 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 947 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 95 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 780 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 167 | 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kashil | East | 1.80 km |
| Vadgaon Umbraj | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Khodad | North | 3.60 km |
| Indoli | South | 4.10 km |
| Pal | West | 4.21 km |
| Perale | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Koparde | East | 4.71 km |
| Bhuyachiwadi | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Tukaiwadi | East | 4.85 km |
| Chore | South-West | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirgaon
Shirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 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 Karad to Shirgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shirgaon is about 37 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirgaon is Adarshnagar.
What is the pincode of Shirgaon?
The pincode of Shirgaon is 415109.
What is the population of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon has a total population of 1,923, including 947 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon?
There are 420 households in Shirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgaon is 80.34%. Male literacy is 82.37% and female literacy is 78.38%.