Shirgaon
Shirgaon is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Shiragoan is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirgaon unique in its vibrant Chikodi-Belgaum region. You’ll see Shirgaon’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 Shirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirgaon is 597196. The village spans a total geographical area of 720.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591214. Chikodi is nearest town to Shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirgaon
Population of Shirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shirgaon has a total population of about 4,572, with approximately 2,316 males and 2,256 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 634 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,522 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.56%, with male literacy at about 63.13% and female literacy near 49.82%. There are around 974 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,572 | 2,316 | 2,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 324 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,522 | 764 | 758 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,586 | 1,462 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,986 | 854 | 1,132 |
Connectivity of Shirgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirgaon 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 Shirgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon
- Where is Shirgaon located?
- Shirgaon village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirgaon is Shiragoan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirgaon?
- The pincode of Shirgaon is 591214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 4,572, with 2,316 males and 2,256 females.
- How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 974 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 56.56%. The male literacy rate is 63.13%, while the female literacy rate is 49.82%.