Shirwad
About Shirwad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shirwad village is 620103. Shirwad village is located in Afzalpur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Afzalpur (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Goura B is the gram panchayat of Shirwad village.
The total geographical area of village is 541.75 hectares. Shirwad has a total population of 1,558 peoples, out of which male population is 813 while female population is 745. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 916 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shirwad village is 50.77% out of which 59.41% males and 41.34% females are literate. There are about 254 houses in shirwad village. Pincode of shirwad village locality is 585301.
When it comes to administration, Shirwad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shirwad village comes under Afzalpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency. Afzalpur is nearest town to shirwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Shirwad
The population details of Shirwad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 813 | 745 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 483 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 330 | 437 |
Connectivity of Shirwad
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shirwad
Where is Shirwad located?
Shirwad village is situated in Afzalpur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirwad is Goura B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shirwad?
The pincode of Shirwad is 585301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shirwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirwad is 1,558, with 813 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Shirwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirwad village has a total of 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirwad is 50.77%. The male literacy rate is 59.41%, while the female literacy rate is 41.34%.