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.
Here you can discover what makes Shirkhed unique in its vibrant Morshi-Amravati region. You’ll see Shirkhed’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirkhed has a total population of about 3,830, with approximately 1,965 males and 1,865 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 828 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 386. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.65%, with male literacy at about 85.45% and female literacy near 75.60%. There are around 977 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.