Shirpur - Samudrapur, Wardha
Shirpur is a village situated in the Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samudrapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Girad serves as the Village Panchayat for Shirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirpur is 534612. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.86 hectares and falls under the 442305 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirpur village had a total population of 166 people, including 83 males and 83 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.77%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 77.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Shirpur
Shirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawanpur | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Husenpur | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Dhondgaon | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Yedalabad | East | 2.74 km |
| Hiwara | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Nanhi | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Antargaon | South | 3.90 km |
| Khairgaon | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Ghorpad | South | 4.48 km |
| Pahad Farid | East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shirpur. The nearest railway station is Borkhedi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| 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 Hinganghat to Shirpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Shirpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | 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 Shirpur
Where is Shirpur located?
Shirpur village is located in Samudrapur Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shirpur?
The Village Panchayat of Shirpur is Girad.
What is the pincode of Shirpur?
The pincode of Shirpur is 442305.
What is the population of Shirpur?
Shirpur had a total population of 166, including 83 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Shirpur?
Shirpur had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirpur was 83.77%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 77.63%.