Shirwad
Shirwad is a village located in Karwar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from Karwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shirwad village. As per 2009 stats, Shirwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirwad 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 Shirwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirwad is 602613. The village spans a total geographical area of 1974.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581306. Karwar is nearest town to Shirwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Shirwad
Population of Shirwad
Below is a concise population overview of Shirwad 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 | 4,169 | 2,060 | 2,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 224 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 288 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,060 | 1,629 | 1,431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 431 | 678 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirwad village:
- The total population of Shirwad village is around 4,169, including approximately 2,060 males and 2,109 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 481 children aged 0–6 years in Shirwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirwad village has 588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 60 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirwad village is about 73.40%, with male literacy at 79.08% and female literacy at 67.85%.
- There are around 1,063 households in Shirwad village.
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Karwar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirwad?
- Shirwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirwad?
- The pincode of Shirwad is 581306, 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 4,169, with 2,060 males and 2,109 females.
- How many households are there in Shirwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirwad village has a total of 1,063 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirwad is 73.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.08%, while the female literacy rate is 67.85%.