Shirale - Barshi, Solapur
Shirale is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shirale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirale is 562037. The village covers a total geographical area of 1096.92 hectares and falls under the 413404 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shirale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirale
According to the 2011 Census, Shirale village had a total population of 1,583 people, including 835 males and 748 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.95%, with male literacy at 83.11% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,583 | 835 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 163 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 615 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 220 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Shirale
Shirale is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shirale
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Shirale. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shirale.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barshi to Shirale is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shirale is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirale
Where is Shirale located?
Shirale village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirale?
Shirale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirale?
The pincode of Shirale is 413404.
What is the population of Shirale?
Shirale had a total population of 1,583, including 835 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Shirale?
Shirale had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirale was 71.95%. Male literacy was 83.11% and female literacy was 59.79%.