Shirwad
Shirwad is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Shirwad unique in its vibrant Afzalpur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Shirwad’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 Shirwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirwad is 620103. The village spans a total geographical area of 541.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585301. Afzalpur is nearest town to Shirwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirwad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Afzalpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirwad
Population of Shirwad
According to the 2011 Census, Shirwad has a total population of about 1,558, with approximately 813 males and 745 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 59. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.77%, with male literacy at about 59.41% and female literacy near 41.34%. There are around 254 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 813 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 483 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 330 | 437 |
Connectivity of Shirwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirwad. As per the 2011 stats, Shirwad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirwad.
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%.