Shirpur - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Shirpur is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirpur is 543119. The village covers a total geographical area of 969 hectares and falls under the 445209 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shirpur 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 Shirpur
As per Census 2011, Shirpur village has a total population of 1,607 people, consisting of 818 males and 789 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 509 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 818 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 266 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 650 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 168 | 286 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanji | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Chilgavhan | East | 3.39 km |
| Malkinhi | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Malegaon | North | 3.57 km |
| Amboda | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Dahiwad Kh. | North | 4.80 km |
| Gunj | West | 4.91 km |
| Bondhara | North-East | 5.30 km |
| Sawana | South-West | 5.49 km |
| Khadaka | East | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirpur
Shirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 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 Pusad to Shirpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shirpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 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 Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirpur is Shripur.
What is the pincode of Shirpur?
The pincode of Shirpur is 445209.
What is the population of Shirpur?
Shirpur has a total population of 1,607, including 818 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Shirpur?
There are 388 households in Shirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirpur is 71.75%. Male literacy is 79.46% and female literacy is 63.75%.