Shiraval - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Shiraval is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shirval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiraval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiraval is 566460. The village covers a total geographical area of 1101.58 hectares and falls under the 416620 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shiraval 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 Shiraval
As per Census 2011, Shiraval village has a total population of 1,216 people, consisting of 577 males and 639 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiraval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 577 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 484 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 93 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Shiraval
Shiraval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingeshwar Nagar | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Pimpaleshwar Nagar | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Phanasnagar | South | 2.69 km |
| Halwal | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Talavade | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Kasavan | West | 3.43 km |
| Upanagar | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Shivdav | East | 4.09 km |
| Kalsuli | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Wagade | West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiraval
Shiraval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 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 Kankavli to Shiraval is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shiraval 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 Shiraval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiraval 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiraval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiraval 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shiraval
Where is Shiraval located?
Shiraval village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiraval?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiraval is Shirval.
What is the pincode of Shiraval?
The pincode of Shiraval is 416620.
What is the population of Shiraval?
Shiraval has a total population of 1,216, including 577 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Shiraval?
There are 323 households in Shiraval.
What is the literacy rate in Shiraval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiraval is 78.45%. Male literacy is 83.88% and female literacy is 73.55%.