Shirur
Shirur is a village located in Kundgol taluka of Dharwad district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kundgol (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Dharwad. As per 2009 stats, Shirur village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirur has its own place in the vibrant Dharwad 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 602522. The village spans a total geographical area of 1779.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581113. Kundgol is nearest town to Shirur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Shirur
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,495 | 1,764 | 1,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 201 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 141 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 2,259 | 1,287 | 972 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 477 | 759 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirur village:
- The total population of Shirur village is around 3,495, including approximately 1,764 males and 1,731 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 403 children aged 0–6 years in Shirur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirur village has 281 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirur village is about 64.64%, with male literacy at 72.96% and female literacy at 56.15%.
- There are around 722 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 village |
| 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 Kundgol Taluka, within the Dharwad 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 581113, 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 3,495, with 1,764 males and 1,731 females.
- How many households are there in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirur village has a total of 722 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirur is 64.64%. The male literacy rate is 72.96%, while the female literacy rate is 56.15%.