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.
Shirkol 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 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.
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Population of Shirkol
Below is a concise population overview of Shirkol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirkol village:
- The total population of Shirkol village is around 3,668, including approximately 1,910 males and 1,758 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 411 children aged 0–6 years in Shirkol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirkol village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 102 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirkol village is about 61.45%, with male literacy at 70.99% and female literacy at 51.08%.
- There are around 736 households in Shirkol village.
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) |
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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 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%.