Shirasi - Akkalkot, Solapur
Shirasi is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shirshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirasi is 562882. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 413218 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shirasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirasi
As per Census 2011, Shirasi village has a total population of 324 people, consisting of 168 males and 156 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 168 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 115 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Shirasi
Shirasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Safale | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Sangavi Bk | West | 2.83 km |
| Shirwal | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Banajgol | South | 3.40 km |
| Kalegaon | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Sadalapur | East | 3.93 km |
| Sangavi Kh | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Kolibet | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Kolekarwadi | West | 4.75 km |
| Motyal | North-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirasi
Shirasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagansur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Shirasi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shirasi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirasi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirasi
Where is Shirasi located?
Shirasi village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirasi is Shirshi.
What is the pincode of Shirasi?
The pincode of Shirasi is 413218.
What is the population of Shirasi?
Shirasi has a total population of 324, including 168 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Shirasi?
There are 65 households in Shirasi.
What is the literacy rate in Shirasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirasi is 61.42%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 53.85%.