Shirud
Shirud is a village located in Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Amalner (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Shirud village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirud unique in its vibrant Amalner-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Shirud’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 Shirud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirud is 527535. The village spans a total geographical area of 835.08 hectares. Amalner is nearest town to Shirud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shirud
Population of Shirud
According to the 2011 Census, Shirud has a total population of about 3,178, with approximately 1,663 males and 1,515 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 350 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 249 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 381. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.10%, with male literacy at about 75.95% and female literacy near 61.58%. There are around 692 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,178 | 1,663 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 195 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 2,196 | 1,263 | 933 |
| Illiterate Population | 982 | 400 | 582 |
Connectivity of Shirud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirud. As per the 2011 stats, Shirud 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 Shirud
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirud
- Where is Shirud located?
- Shirud village is situated in Amalner Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirud?
- Shirud serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirud is 3,178, with 1,663 males and 1,515 females.
- How many households are there in Shirud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirud village has a total of 692 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirud is 69.10%. The male literacy rate is 75.95%, while the female literacy rate is 61.58%.