Shirkur
Shirkur is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kudrigi is the gram panchayat of Shirkur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirkur unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Shirkur’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 Shirkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirkur is 603813. The village spans a total geographical area of 1250.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581384. Honavar is nearest town to Shirkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Shirkur
Population of Shirkur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirkur has a total population of about 378, with approximately 187 males and 191 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.51%, with male literacy at about 84.49% and female literacy near 70.68%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 187 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 14 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 293 | 158 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 29 | 56 |
Connectivity of Shirkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirkur. As per the 2011 stats, Shirkur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirkur
- Where is Shirkur located?
- Shirkur village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirkur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirkur is Kudrigi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirkur?
- The pincode of Shirkur is 581384, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirkur is 378, with 187 males and 191 females.
- How many households are there in Shirkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirkur village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirkur is 77.51%. The male literacy rate is 84.49%, while the female literacy rate is 70.68%.