Shirpur - Murbad, Thane
Shirpur is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dhasai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirpur is 553175. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.05 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Shirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirpur
As per Census 2011, Shirpur village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 208 males and 216 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 208 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 208 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 164 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 44 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Shirpur
Shirpur 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 Shirpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shirpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kalyan to Shirpur is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shirpur is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirpur 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 Shirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirpur
Where is Shirpur located?
Shirpur village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirpur is Dhasai.
What is the pincode of Shirpur?
The pincode of Shirpur is 421402.
What is the population of Shirpur?
Shirpur has a total population of 424, including 208 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Shirpur?
There are 90 households in Shirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirpur is 61.79%. Male literacy is 78.85% and female literacy is 45.37%.