Shir

Shir is a village located in Valia taluka of Bharuch district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Valia (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Bharuch. As per 2009 stats, Shir village is also a gram panchayat.

Shir has its own place in the vibrant Bharuch 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 Shir

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shir is 522471. The village spans a total geographical area of 519.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 393135. Anklesvar is nearest town to Shir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.

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Population of Shir

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,068 541 527
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 70 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,047 529 518
Literate Population 596 342 254
Illiterate Population 472 199 273

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

  • The total population of Shir village is around 1,068, including approximately 541 males and 527 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Shir village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shir village has 1,047 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shir village is about 55.81%, with male literacy at 63.22% and female literacy at 48.20%.
  • There are around 232 households in Shir village.

Connectivity of Shir

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

Nearby Villages of Shir

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

Dodwada Naldhari Valia Daheli Kesargam Panchasim Kambodiya Sakva Thava Kakad Kui Badakui

Frequently Asked Questions about Shir

Where is Shir located?
Shir village is situated in Valia Taluka, within the Bharuch district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shir?
Shir serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shir?
The pincode of Shir is 393135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shir is 1,068, with 541 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Shir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shir village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shir as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shir is 55.81%. The male literacy rate is 63.22%, while the female literacy rate is 48.20%.