Shirfuli - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirfuli village had a total population of 857 people, including 419 males and 438 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.69%, with male literacy at 85.80% and female literacy at 66.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 375.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Shirfuli?
The Village Panchayat of Shirfuli is Shirpuli.
What is the pincode of Shirfuli?
The pincode of Shirfuli is 445205.
What is the population of Shirfuli?
Shirfuli had a total population of 857, including 419 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Shirfuli?
Shirfuli had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirfuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirfuli was 75.69%. Male literacy was 85.80% and female literacy was 66.03%.