Shirgaon - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Shirgaon is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shirgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgaon is 566301. The village covers a total geographical area of 1513.71 hectares and falls under the 416610 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 52 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 Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirgaon village has a total population of 2,555 people, consisting of 1,245 males and 1,310 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,050 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,555 | 1,245 | 1,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 116 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 223 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,050 | 1,045 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 200 | 305 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimatwadi | North | 2.43 km |
| Salashi | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Hadpid | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Ombal | North | 4.14 km |
| Shevare | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Dhoptewadi | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Chafed | East | 4.70 km |
| Rembavali | South | 5.19 km |
| Valivande | West | 5.90 km |
| Kuvale | South | 6.12 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 Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 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 Malwan to Shirgaon is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shirgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg 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 416610.
What is the population of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon has a total population of 2,555, including 1,245 males and 1,310 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon?
There are 672 households in Shirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgaon is 80.23%. Male literacy is 83.94% and female literacy is 76.72%.