Shirgunji
Shirgunji is a village located in Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ankola (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Vasarakudrige is the gram panchayat of Shirgunji village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirgunji unique in its vibrant Ankola-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Shirgunji’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 Shirgunji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirgunji is 603396. The village spans a total geographical area of 771.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581344. Ankola is nearest town to Shirgunji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Shirgunji
Population of Shirgunji
According to the 2011 Census, Shirgunji has a total population of about 949, with approximately 475 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.93%, with male literacy at about 84.42% and female literacy near 77.43%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirgunji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 475 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 401 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 74 | 107 |
Connectivity of Shirgunji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirgunji. As per the 2011 stats, Shirgunji 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirgunji
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirgunji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirgunji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgunji
- Where is Shirgunji located?
- Shirgunji village is situated in Ankola Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirgunji?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirgunji is Vasarakudrige (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirgunji?
- The pincode of Shirgunji is 581344, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirgunji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgunji is 949, with 475 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Shirgunji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirgunji village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirgunji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgunji is 80.93%. The male literacy rate is 84.42%, while the female literacy rate is 77.43%.