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.
Shirala has its own place in the vibrant Amravati 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shirala 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirala village:
- The total population of Shirala village is around 9,035, including approximately 4,637 males and 4,398 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 907 children aged 0–6 years in Shirala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirala village has 1,296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 506 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirala village is about 80.81%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 77.72%.
- There are around 2,150 households in Shirala village.
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%.