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.
Shirkanahalli has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shirkanahalli as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirkanahalli village:
- The total population of Shirkanahalli village is around 2,416, including approximately 1,265 males and 1,151 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 341 children aged 0–6 years in Shirkanahalli village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirkanahalli village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirkanahalli village is about 59.02%, with male literacy at 66.56% and female literacy at 50.74%.
- There are around 461 households in Shirkanahalli village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.