Shirkol
Shirkol is a village located in Navalgund taluka of Dharwad district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Navalgund (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Dharwad. As per 2009 stats, Shirakol is the gram panchayat of Shirkol village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirkol unique in its vibrant Navalgund-Dharwad region. You’ll see Shirkol’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 Shirkol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirkol is 602330. The village spans a total geographical area of 1293.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 580112. Navalgund is nearest town to Shirkol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Shirkol
Population of Shirkol
According to the 2011 Census, Shirkol has a total population of about 3,668, with approximately 1,910 males and 1,758 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 411 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 102. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.45%, with male literacy at about 70.99% and female literacy near 51.08%. There are around 736 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirkol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,668 | 1,910 | 1,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 210 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 117 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 2,254 | 1,356 | 898 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,414 | 554 | 860 |
Connectivity of Shirkol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirkol. As per the 2011 stats, Shirkol 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 Shirkol
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirkol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirkol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirkol
- Where is Shirkol located?
- Shirkol village is situated in Navalgund Taluka, within the Dharwad district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirkol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirkol is Shirakol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirkol?
- The pincode of Shirkol is 580112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirkol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirkol is 3,668, with 1,910 males and 1,758 females.
- How many households are there in Shirkol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirkol village has a total of 736 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirkol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirkol is 61.45%. The male literacy rate is 70.99%, while the female literacy rate is 51.08%.