Shirala

Shirala is a village located in Khamgaon tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Khamgaon (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Shirala village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shirala unique in its vibrant Khamgaon-Buldana 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 528911. The village spans a total geographical area of 981.21 hectares. Khamgaon is nearest town to Shirala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Shirala

According to the 2011 Census, Shirala has a total population of about 1,388, with approximately 723 males and 665 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 279 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.49%, with male literacy at about 53.94% and female literacy near 42.56%. There are around 275 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,388 723 665
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 239 130 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 279 137 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 673 390 283
Illiterate Population 715 333 382

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 Khamgaon Tehsil, within the Buldana 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 population of Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirala is 1,388, with 723 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirala village has a total of 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirala is 48.49%. The male literacy rate is 53.94%, while the female literacy rate is 42.56%.