Shirambe - Koregaon, Satara
Shirambe is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shirambe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirambe is 563709. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.18 hectares and falls under the 415501 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shirambe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirambe
As per Census 2011, Shirambe village has a total population of 2,086 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 1,084 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,663 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirambe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,086 | 1,002 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 100 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 99 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,663 | 827 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 175 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Shirambe
Shirambe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eksal | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Nigadi | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Dughi | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Godsewadi | West | 2.87 km |
| Katewadi | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Kanherkhed | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Sasurve | South | 3.98 km |
| Kathapur | West | 4.79 km |
| Shirdhon | West | 4.86 km |
| Ekambe | North-East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirambe
Shirambe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rahimatpur to Shirambe is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shirambe is about 24 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 Shirambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirambe 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 Shirambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirambe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirambe
Where is Shirambe located?
Shirambe village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirambe?
Shirambe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirambe?
The pincode of Shirambe is 415501.
What is the population of Shirambe?
Shirambe has a total population of 2,086, including 1,002 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Shirambe?
There are 451 households in Shirambe.
What is the literacy rate in Shirambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirambe is 79.72%. Male literacy is 82.53% and female literacy is 77.12%.