Shirmal - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Shirmal 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 120 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shirpuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirmal is 543192. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030.74 hectares and falls under the 445209 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Shirmal 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 Shirmal
As per Census 2011, Shirmal village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 323 males and 293 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 413 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 323 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 217 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 263 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 60 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Shirmal
Shirmal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongargaon | East | 2.41 km |
| Ambavan | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Borgaon | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Ghamapur | South | 3.73 km |
| Shirfuli | North | 4.25 km |
| Rahur | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Dhanora (digdi) | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Bhawani | South-East | 5.83 km |
| Kupti | North | 5.84 km |
| Sakur | North-East | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirmal
Public transport in the Shirmal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kinwat, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 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 Umarkhed to Shirmal is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shirmal is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirmal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirmal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirmal
Where is Shirmal located?
Shirmal village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirmal is Shirpuli.
What is the pincode of Shirmal?
The pincode of Shirmal is 445209.
What is the population of Shirmal?
Shirmal has a total population of 616, including 323 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Shirmal?
There are 143 households in Shirmal.
What is the literacy rate in Shirmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirmal is 71.43%. Male literacy is 81.42% and female literacy is 60.41%.