Shirala
Shirala is a village located in Amravati tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Amravati (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Shirala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirala unique in its vibrant Amravati region. You’ll see Shirala’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 Shirala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirala is 532593. The village spans a total geographical area of 4434.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444821. Chandurbazar is nearest town to Shirala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirala 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 Teosa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amravati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirala
Population of Shirala
According to the 2011 Census, Shirala has a total population of about 9,035, with approximately 4,637 males and 4,398 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 907 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,296 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 506. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.81%, with male literacy at about 83.74% and female literacy near 77.72%. There are around 2,150 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,035 | 4,637 | 4,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 907 | 463 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,296 | 646 | 650 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 262 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 7,301 | 3,883 | 3,418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,734 | 754 | 980 |
Connectivity of Shirala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirala. As per the 2011 stats, Shirala 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirala
- Where is Shirala located?
- Shirala village is situated in Amravati Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirala?
- Shirala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirala?
- The pincode of Shirala is 444821, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirala is 9,035, with 4,637 males and 4,398 females.
- How many households are there in Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirala village has a total of 2,150 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirala is 80.81%. The male literacy rate is 83.74%, while the female literacy rate is 77.72%.