Shirdhon - Kalyan, Thane
Shirdhon is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Vadavli Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirdhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirdhon is 553003. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.51 hectares and falls under the 421204 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shirdhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirdhon
According to the 2011 Census, Shirdhon village had a total population of 745 people, including 369 males and 376 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.32%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 745 | 369 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 297 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 72 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Shirdhon
Shirdhon 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 Shirdhon
Shirdhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shirdhon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kalyan to Shirdhon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shirdhon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirdhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirdhon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirdhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirdhon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shirdhon
Where is Shirdhon located?
Shirdhon village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirdhon is Vadavli Kh.
What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
The pincode of Shirdhon is 421204.
What is the population of Shirdhon?
Shirdhon had a total population of 745, including 369 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Shirdhon?
Shirdhon had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirdhon was 81.32%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 68.42%.