Shirvanje - Shahapur, Thane
Shirvanje is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shirvanje village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirvanje is 552858. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Shirvanje 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 Shirvanje
According to the 2011 Census, Shirvanje village had a total population of 644 people, including 330 males and 314 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 87.68% and female literacy at 57.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 644 | 330 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 220 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 242 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 88 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Shirvanje
Shirvanje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vachkole | West | 1.21 km |
| Chikhalgaon | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Kasgaon | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Kinhavali | West | 2.62 km |
| Palsoli (so) | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Bhakari | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Shivajinagar | West | 3.32 km |
| Nadgaon So | East | 3.69 km |
| Nandgaon (so) | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Bhadane | South-West | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirvanje
Shirvanje is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 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 Bhiwandi Nizampur to Shirvanje is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shirvanje is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirvanje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirvanje village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shirvanje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirvanje 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shirvanje
Where is Shirvanje located?
Shirvanje village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shirvanje?
Shirvanje is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirvanje?
The pincode of Shirvanje is 421403.
What is the population of Shirvanje?
Shirvanje had a total population of 644, including 330 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Shirvanje?
Shirvanje had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirvanje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirvanje was 72.66%. Male literacy was 87.68% and female literacy was 57.25%.