Shihori

Shihori is a village located in Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Shihori. Shihori is the sub-district headquarter of Shihori village. As per 2009 stats, Shihori village is also a gram panchayat.

Shihori has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shihori

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shihori is 508543. The village spans a total geographical area of 2727.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385550. Tharad is nearest town to Shihori village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Shihori

Below is a concise population overview of Shihori as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 14,550 7,412 7,138
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,304 1,198 1,106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,029 499 530
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 39 20 19
Literate Population 8,122 5,004 3,118
Illiterate Population 6,428 2,408 4,020

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shihori village:

  • The total population of Shihori village is around 14,550, including approximately 7,412 males and 7,138 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,304 children aged 0–6 years in Shihori village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shihori village has 1,029 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 39 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shihori village is about 55.82%, with male literacy at 67.51% and female literacy at 43.68%.
  • There are around 2,619 households in Shihori village.

Connectivity of Shihori

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shihori. As per the 2011 stats, Shihori 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shihori

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shihori

Where is Shihori located?
Shihori village is situated in Kankrej Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shihori?
Shihori serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shihori?
The pincode of Shihori is 385550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shihori as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shihori is 14,550, with 7,412 males and 7,138 females.
How many households are there in Shihori as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shihori village has a total of 2,619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shihori as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shihori is 55.82%. The male literacy rate is 67.51%, while the female literacy rate is 43.68%.