Shirbavi - Sangole, Solapur
Shirbavi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shirbavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirbavi is 562536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1602.51 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Shirbavi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirbavi
As per Census 2011, Shirbavi village has a total population of 3,956 people, consisting of 2,082 males and 1,874 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,503 literate and 1,453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 842 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirbavi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,956 | 2,082 | 1,874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 334 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 842 | 429 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,503 | 1,456 | 1,047 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,453 | 626 | 827 |
Nearby Villages of Shirbavi
Shirbavi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbargaon | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Metakarwadi | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Dhayati | South | 4.63 km |
| Haldahivadi | West | 4.74 km |
| Sonke | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Devkatewadi | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Tisangi | North | 6.30 km |
| Khardi | East | 6.45 km |
| Bohali | North-East | 6.48 km |
| Sangewadi | South-East | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirbavi
Shirbavi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Shirbavi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shirbavi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirbavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirbavi 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 Shirbavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirbavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shirbavi
Where is Shirbavi located?
Shirbavi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirbavi?
Shirbavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirbavi?
The pincode of Shirbavi is 413317.
What is the population of Shirbavi?
Shirbavi has a total population of 3,956, including 2,082 males and 1,874 females.
How many households are there in Shirbavi?
There are 796 households in Shirbavi.
What is the literacy rate in Shirbavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirbavi is 63.27%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 55.87%.