Shirfuli Village - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Shirfuli is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shirpuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirfuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirfuli is 543191. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.11 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shirfuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirfuli
As per Census 2011, Shirfuli village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 419 males and 438 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 375 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirfuli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 419 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 176 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 302 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 117 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Shirfuli
Shirfuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kupti | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Rahur | West | 2.88 km |
| Raigad (d) | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Shivur | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Sakur | East | 4.24 km |
| Shirmal | South | 4.25 km |
| Panola | North | 4.47 km |
| Dongargaon | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Pavnala | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Pachunda | North-East | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirfuli
Shirfuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 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 Umarkhed to Shirfuli is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shirfuli is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirfuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirfuli 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 Shirfuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirfuli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shirfuli
Where is Shirfuli located?
Shirfuli village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirfuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirfuli is Shirpuli.
What is the pincode of Shirfuli?
The pincode of Shirfuli is 445205.
What is the population of Shirfuli?
Shirfuli has a total population of 857, including 419 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Shirfuli?
There are 180 households in Shirfuli.
What is the literacy rate in Shirfuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirfuli is 63.59%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 55.48%.