Tirlot - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Tirlot is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Tirlot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirlot is 566240. The village covers a total geographical area of 606.37 hectares and falls under the 416807 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tirlot 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 Tirlot
As per Census 2011, Tirlot village has a total population of 2,307 people, consisting of 1,131 males and 1,176 females. The village has 491 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,764 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tirlot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,131 | 1,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 89 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,764 | 974 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 157 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Tirlot
Tirlot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thakurwadi | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Wadaker Poi | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Saundale | East | 2.91 km |
| Padel | South | 3.24 km |
| Mohulgaon | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Katali | North | 3.44 km |
| Wadachivari | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Jambhari | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Wadapalye | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Kasaba Waghotan | East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tirlot
Tirlot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 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 Rajapur to Tirlot is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Tirlot is about 87 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 Tirlot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirlot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tirlot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirlot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tirlot
Where is Tirlot located?
Tirlot village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirlot?
Tirlot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tirlot?
The pincode of Tirlot is 416807.
What is the population of Tirlot?
Tirlot has a total population of 2,307, including 1,131 males and 1,176 females.
How many households are there in Tirlot?
There are 491 households in Tirlot.
What is the literacy rate in Tirlot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirlot is 76.46%. Male literacy is 86.12% and female literacy is 67.18%.