Shirkanahalli
Shirkanahalli is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Benakanhalli is the gram panchayat of Shirkanahalli village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirkanahalli unique in its vibrant Indi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Shirkanahalli’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 Shirkanahalli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirkanahalli is 599243. The village spans a total geographical area of 1250.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Bijapur is nearest town to Shirkanahalli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirkanahalli 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 Indi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirkanahalli
Population of Shirkanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Shirkanahalli has a total population of about 2,416, with approximately 1,265 males and 1,151 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 341 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 20. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.02%, with male literacy at about 66.56% and female literacy near 50.74%. There are around 461 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirkanahalli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,416 | 1,265 | 1,151 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 190 | 151 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Literate Population | 1,426 | 842 | 584 |
Illiterate Population | 990 | 423 | 567 |
Connectivity of Shirkanahalli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirkanahalli. As per the 2011 stats, Shirkanahalli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirkanahalli
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirkanahalli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirkanahalli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirkanahalli
- Where is Shirkanahalli located?
- Shirkanahalli village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirkanahalli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirkanahalli is Benakanhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirkanahalli?
- The pincode of Shirkanahalli is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirkanahalli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirkanahalli is 2,416, with 1,265 males and 1,151 females.
- How many households are there in Shirkanahalli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirkanahalli village has a total of 461 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirkanahalli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirkanahalli is 59.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.56%, while the female literacy rate is 50.74%.