Shiroda Village - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Shiroda is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shiroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiroda is 566701. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.54 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shiroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiroda
As per Census 2011, Shiroda village has a total population of 1,945 people, consisting of 963 males and 982 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,606 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiroda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,945 | 963 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 53 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,606 | 829 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 134 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Shiroda
Shiroda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arawali | West | 1.10 km |
| Sonsure | North | 1.35 km |
| Bagayat | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Tank | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Tiroda | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Asoli | North | 2.58 km |
| Mhartale | South | 2.85 km |
| Ajgaon | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Huda | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Sukhalbhat | South-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiroda
Shiroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 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 Vengurla to Shiroda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shiroda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiroda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shiroda
Where is Shiroda located?
Shiroda village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiroda?
Shiroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiroda?
The pincode of Shiroda is 416518.
What is the population of Shiroda?
Shiroda has a total population of 1,945, including 963 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Shiroda?
There are 508 households in Shiroda.
What is the literacy rate in Shiroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiroda is 82.57%. Male literacy is 86.09% and female literacy is 79.12%.