Shihor

Shihor is a village located in Detroj Rampura taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Detroj (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Shihor village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shihor unique in its vibrant Detroj Rampura-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Shihor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shihor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shihor is 511483. The village spans a total geographical area of 953.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382140. Viramgam is nearest town to Shihor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shihor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shihor

According to the 2011 Census, Shihor has a total population of about 1,561, with approximately 790 males and 771 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 281 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.27%, with male literacy at about 71.77% and female literacy near 52.53%. There are around 337 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shihor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,561 790 771
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 195 94 101
Scheduled Castes (SC) 281 141 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 972 567 405
Illiterate Population 589 223 366

Connectivity of Shihor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shihor. As per the 2011 stats, Shihor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shihor

Knowing the nearby villages of Shihor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shihor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shihor

Where is Shihor located?
Shihor village is situated in Detroj Rampura Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shihor?
Shihor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shihor?
The pincode of Shihor is 382140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shihor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shihor is 1,561, with 790 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Shihor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shihor village has a total of 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shihor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shihor is 62.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.77%, while the female literacy rate is 52.53%.