Shirur
Shirur is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Basapur is the gram panchayat of Shirur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirur unique in its vibrant Hukeri-Belgaum region. You’ll see Shirur’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 Shirur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirur is 597656. The village spans a total geographical area of 1043.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591122. Belgaum is nearest town to Shirur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Shirur
Population of Shirur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirur has a total population of about 1,035, with approximately 511 males and 524 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 710. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.69%, with male literacy at about 65.56% and female literacy near 44.08%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 511 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 710 | 347 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 335 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 176 | 293 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirur
- Where is Shirur located?
- Shirur village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirur is Basapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirur?
- The pincode of Shirur is 591122, 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 1,035, with 511 males and 524 females.
- How many households are there in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirur village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirur is 54.69%. The male literacy rate is 65.56%, while the female literacy rate is 44.08%.