Shiroor
Shiroor is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Shiruru is the gram panchayat of Shiroor village.
Shiroor has its own place in the vibrant Udupi 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 Shiroor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiroor is 608660. The village spans a total geographical area of 1466.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576228. Bhatkal is nearest town to Shiroor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Shiroor
Population of Shiroor
Below is a concise population overview of Shiroor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,432 | 8,623 | 8,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,846 | 973 | 873 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 444 | 220 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 13,892 | 7,296 | 6,596 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,540 | 1,327 | 2,213 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shiroor village:
- The total population of Shiroor village is around 17,432, including approximately 8,623 males and 8,809 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,846 children aged 0–6 years in Shiroor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shiroor village has 444 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shiroor village is about 79.69%, with male literacy at 84.61% and female literacy at 74.88%.
- There are around 3,066 households in Shiroor village.
Connectivity of Shiroor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiroor. As per the 2011 stats, Shiroor 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shiroor
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiroor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiroor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiroor
- Where is Shiroor located?
- Shiroor village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiroor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shiroor is Shiruru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shiroor?
- The pincode of Shiroor is 576228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiroor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiroor is 17,432, with 8,623 males and 8,809 females.
- How many households are there in Shiroor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiroor village has a total of 3,066 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiroor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiroor is 79.69%. The male literacy rate is 84.61%, while the female literacy rate is 74.88%.