Shirud Explained

Shirud
Settlement Type:village
Pushpin Map:India Maharashtra#India
Pushpin Label Position:right
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in Maharashtra, India
Coordinates:20.7167°N 74.9°W
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: India
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:Maharashtra
Subdivision Type2:District
Subdivision Name2:Dhule
Unit Pref:Metric
Population Total:15,000
Population Density Km2:auto
Demographics Type1:Languages
Demographics1 Title1:Official
Demographics1 Info1:Marathi
Timezone1:IST
Utc Offset1:+5:30
Registration Plate:MH-18

Shirud is a village in Dhule district of Maharashtra State, India. Its population in 2011 was 8455.[1]

It is famous for temple of Kalika devi (a Hindu Goddess). The temple site is declared as ancient protected site for its ancient natural and historical importance. The temple is built around 1200 A.D. and later renovated during Maratha Regime. The temple and surroundings are highly natural as well as ancient and peaceful. The Temple is visited by a large number of devotees during the auspicious nine days of Navratra. Also an Annual Fair is Organised during the month of February known as Jatraof Khandoba (a Hindu God). During this fair, a number of people come from outside villages for shopping. The fair lasts for ten days.

Shirud is situated on the confluence of two rivers, Bori & Mandur . A small dam is built near the village. Also it is located near to shirud- vinchur choufuli. Shirud is a central market place & educational place for surrounding villages. A weekly bazaar is held every Friday.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Shirud Population - Dhule, Maharashtra . Census 2011 . 1 January 2018.