Shirur
Shirur is a village located in Mundargi taluka of Gadag district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Mundargi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Gadag. As per 2009 stats, Jantli Shirura is the gram panchayat of Shirur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirur unique in its vibrant Mundargi-Gadag region. You’ll see Shirur’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 Shirur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirur is 602143. The village spans a total geographical area of 2572.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 582113. Gadag is nearest town to Shirur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Shirur
Population of Shirur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirur has a total population of about 1,559, with approximately 764 males and 795 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 398 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 120. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.86%, with male literacy at about 75.13% and female literacy near 51.07%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | 764 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 82 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 191 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 574 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 190 | 389 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Mundargi Taluka, within the Gadag district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirur is Jantli Shirura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirur?
- The pincode of Shirur is 582113, 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 1,559, with 764 males and 795 females.
- How many households are there in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirur village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirur is 62.86%. The male literacy rate is 75.13%, while the female literacy rate is 51.07%.