Shirol
Shirol is a village located in Mudhol taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mudhol (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Shirol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirol unique in its vibrant Mudhol-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Shirol’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 Shirol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirol is 598553. The village spans a total geographical area of 2889.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587313. Mudhol is nearest town to Shirol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shirol
Population of Shirol
According to the 2011 Census, Shirol has a total population of about 12,171, with approximately 6,058 males and 6,113 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,899 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,080 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.56%, with male literacy at about 56.88% and female literacy near 42.30%. There are around 2,309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,171 | 6,058 | 6,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,899 | 963 | 936 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,080 | 993 | 1,087 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 6,032 | 3,446 | 2,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,139 | 2,612 | 3,527 |
Connectivity of Shirol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirol. As per the 2011 stats, Shirol 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirol
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirol
- Where is Shirol located?
- Shirol village is situated in Mudhol Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirol?
- Shirol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirol?
- The pincode of Shirol is 587313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirol is 12,171, with 6,058 males and 6,113 females.
- How many households are there in Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirol village has a total of 2,309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirol is 49.56%. The male literacy rate is 56.88%, while the female literacy rate is 42.30%.