Shirur

Shirur is a village located in Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ankola (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Belse is the gram panchayat of Shirur village.

Shirur has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Shirur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirur is 603381. The village spans a total geographical area of 894.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581344. Ankola is nearest town to Shirur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Shirur

Below is a concise population overview of Shirur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,624 801 823
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 83 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 55 29 26
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,078 615 463
Illiterate Population 546 186 360

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirur village:

  • The total population of Shirur village is around 1,624, including approximately 801 males and 823 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Shirur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shirur village has 55 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shirur village is about 66.38%, with male literacy at 76.78% and female literacy at 56.26%.
  • There are around 360 households in Shirur village.

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.

Agragon Hegre Adigon Talgadde Belse Joog Kamge Devigadde Sagadgeri Ulware Kodsani

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirur

Where is Shirur located?
Shirur village is situated in Ankola Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirur is Belse (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 581344, 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 1,624, with 801 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirur village has a total of 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirur is 66.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.78%, while the female literacy rate is 56.26%.