Shirgaon - Shahapur, Thane
Shirgaon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shirgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirgaon is 552884. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.38 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 43 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 Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirgaon
As per Census 2011, Shirgaon village has a total population of 1,147 people, consisting of 589 males and 558 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,147 | 589 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 495 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 94 | 174 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nehroli | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Lenad Kh. | South | 2.20 km |
| Nadgaon (lenad) | West | 2.35 km |
| Dhasai | North | 3.45 km |
| Kudshet | East | 3.72 km |
| Jambhe | South | 3.73 km |
| Shendrun Bk. | South | 3.94 km |
| Khutghar | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Shendrun Kh | South | 4.44 km |
| Lenad Bk. | South-West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirgaon
Public transport in the Shirgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi Nizampur to Shirgaon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shirgaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane 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 421601.
What is the population of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon has a total population of 1,147, including 589 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon?
There are 240 households in Shirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirgaon is 76.63%. Male literacy is 84.04% and female literacy is 68.82%.