Shirkhed
Shirkhed is a village located in Morshi tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Morshi (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Shirkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirkhed 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 Shirkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirkhed is 532303. The village spans a total geographical area of 885.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444726. Morshi is nearest town to Shirkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirkhed 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 Shirkhed
Population of Shirkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Shirkhed 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 | 3,830 | 1,965 | 1,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 202 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 424 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 191 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 3,089 | 1,679 | 1,410 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 286 | 455 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirkhed village:
- The total population of Shirkhed village is around 3,830, including approximately 1,965 males and 1,865 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 426 children aged 0–6 years in Shirkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirkhed village has 828 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 386 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirkhed village is about 80.65%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 75.60%.
- There are around 977 households in Shirkhed village.
Connectivity of Shirkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Shirkhed 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 Shirkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirkhed
- Where is Shirkhed located?
- Shirkhed village is situated in Morshi Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirkhed?
- Shirkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirkhed?
- The pincode of Shirkhed is 444726, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirkhed is 3,830, with 1,965 males and 1,865 females.
- How many households are there in Shirkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirkhed village has a total of 977 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirkhed is 80.65%. The male literacy rate is 85.45%, while the female literacy rate is 75.60%.