How did the village of Shirdi change due to Sai Baba's presence, based on the descriptions in Chapter 39?

Chapter 39 of the Sai Satcharitra paints a vivid picture of Shirdi's transformation. It explicitly states that Shirdi was initially a "small" village. However, through the "company of Sai," it became great and "exceedingly holy." His presence was so profound that it elevated the village to the "status of a place of pilgrimage." The chapter also blesses the people of Shirdi, particularly the women, whose singular faith was demonstrated by their constant singing of Sai's glories while performing daily tasks like grinding grain, which contributed to the sacred atmosphere of the now-famous village.