Shirapur
Shirapur is a village located in Sangamner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sangamner (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shirapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirapur unique in its vibrant Sangamner-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Shirapur’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 Shirapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirapur is 557430. The village spans a total geographical area of 451.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422605. Sangamner is nearest town to Shirapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 Sangamner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirapur has a total population of about 719, with approximately 370 males and 349 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 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 66.76%, with male literacy at about 73.51% and female literacy near 59.60%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 370 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 480 | 272 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 98 | 141 |
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 - 10 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 Sangamner 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 pincode of Shirapur?
- The pincode of Shirapur is 422605, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirapur is 719, with 370 males and 349 females.
- How many households are there in Shirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirapur village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirapur is 66.76%. The male literacy rate is 73.51%, while the female literacy rate is 59.60%.