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.
Here you can discover what makes Shir unique in its vibrant Valia-Bharuch region. You’ll see Shir’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 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.
Google Map of Shir
Population of Shir
According to the 2011 Census, Shir has a total population of about 1,068, with approximately 541 males and 527 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,047. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.81%, with male literacy at about 63.22% and female literacy near 48.20%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.