Shirgaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Shirgaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shirgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgaon is 562371. The village covers a total geographical area of 925 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirgaon village has a total population of 1,484 people, consisting of 785 males and 699 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 990 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 785 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 101 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 568 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 217 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Shirgaon
Shirgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eklaspur | West | 2.65 km |
| Siddhewadi | South | 2.98 km |
| Nepatgaon | East | 3.46 km |
| Chinchumbe | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Ranzani | North | 4.21 km |
| Dhavalas | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Mallewadi | South | 4.36 km |
| Dharamgaon | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Ozewadi | East | 5.38 km |
| Anawali | North-West | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirgaon
Shirgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 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 Pandharpur to Shirgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shirgaon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirgaon?
The pincode of Shirgaon is 413304.
What is the population of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon has a total population of 1,484, including 785 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon?
There are 308 households in Shirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgaon is 66.71%. Male literacy is 72.36% and female literacy is 60.37%.