Shirapur
Shirapur is a village located in Pathardi tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shirapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirapur has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Shirapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirapur is 557945. The village spans a total geographical area of 1476 hectares. Pathardi is nearest town to Shirapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rahuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirapur
Population of Shirapur
Below is a concise population overview of Shirapur 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 | 2,313 | 1,227 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 181 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 206 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,508 | 876 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 351 | 454 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirapur village:
- The total population of Shirapur village is around 2,313, including approximately 1,227 males and 1,086 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 291 children aged 0–6 years in Shirapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirapur village has 393 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirapur village is about 65.20%, with male literacy at 71.39% and female literacy at 58.20%.
- There are around 471 households in Shirapur village.
Connectivity of Shirapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shirapur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirapur
- Where is Shirapur located?
- Shirapur village is situated in Pathardi Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirapur?
- Shirapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirapur is 2,313, with 1,227 males and 1,086 females.
- How many households are there in Shirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirapur village has a total of 471 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirapur is 65.20%. The male literacy rate is 71.39%, while the female literacy rate is 58.20%.