Shir - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Shir is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Santrampur and around 65 km from Godhra. Shir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shir is 518127. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.12 hectares and falls under the 389110 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shir
According to the 2011 Census, Shir village had a total population of 2,675 people, including 1,390 males and 1,285 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.79%, with male literacy at 81.26% and female literacy at 57.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,146.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,675 | 1,390 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 216 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,146 | 1,112 | 1,034 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 954 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 436 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Shir
Shir is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shir
Public transport in the Shir is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Shir is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Shir is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shir
Where is Shir located?
Shir village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shir?
Shir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shir?
The pincode of Shir is 389110.
What is the population of Shir?
Shir had a total population of 2,675, including 1,390 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Shir?
Shir had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shir was 69.79%. Male literacy was 81.26% and female literacy was 57.31%.