Shirla
Shirla is a village located in Patur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Patur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Shirla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirla unique in its vibrant Patur-Akola region. You’ll see Shirla’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 Shirla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirla is 530396. The village spans a total geographical area of 1205 hectares. Patur is nearest town to Shirla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shirla
Population of Shirla
According to the 2011 Census, Shirla has a total population of about 2,669, with approximately 1,361 males and 1,308 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.04%, with male literacy at about 80.01% and female literacy near 67.81%. There are around 601 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,669 | 1,361 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 156 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 258 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,976 | 1,089 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 272 | 421 |
Connectivity of Shirla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirla. As per the 2011 stats, Shirla 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 Shirla
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirla
- Where is Shirla located?
- Shirla village is situated in Patur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirla?
- Shirla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirla is 2,669, with 1,361 males and 1,308 females.
- How many households are there in Shirla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirla village has a total of 601 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirla is 74.04%. The male literacy rate is 80.01%, while the female literacy rate is 67.81%.