Shirur

Shirur is a village located in Athni taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Athani (tehsildar office) and 175km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Shirur village is also a gram panchayat.

Shirur has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Shirur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirur is 597254. The village spans a total geographical area of 1013.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591212. Athani is nearest town to Shirur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Shirur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,385 1,202 1,183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 304 143 161
Scheduled Castes (SC) 406 194 212
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,476 850 626
Illiterate Population 909 352 557

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

  • The total population of Shirur village is around 2,385, including approximately 1,202 males and 1,183 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 304 children aged 0–6 years in Shirur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shirur village has 406 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shirur village is about 61.89%, with male literacy at 70.72% and female literacy at 52.92%.
  • There are around 481 households in Shirur village.

Connectivity of Shirur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirur. As per the 2011 stats, Shirur 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shirur

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

Anantapur Malabad Bevanoor Tawashi Naganur P A Sambaragi Aralihatti Bammanal Vishnuvadi Jakkaratti Jambagi

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirur

Where is Shirur located?
Shirur village is situated in Athni Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirur?
Shirur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shirur?
The pincode of Shirur is 591212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirur is 2,385, with 1,202 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirur village has a total of 481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirur is 61.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.72%, while the female literacy rate is 52.92%.