Shirsad
Shirsad is a village located in Yawal tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Yawal (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Shirsad village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirsad has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon 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 Shirsad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirsad is 526789. The village spans a total geographical area of 1672.52 hectares. Yawal is nearest town to Shirsad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirsad 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 Chopda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raver Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirsad
Population of Shirsad
Below is a concise population overview of Shirsad 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 | 3,323 | 1,681 | 1,642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 234 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 191 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,220 | 603 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 2,205 | 1,248 | 957 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 433 | 685 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirsad village:
- The total population of Shirsad village is around 3,323, including approximately 1,681 males and 1,642 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 448 children aged 0–6 years in Shirsad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirsad village has 374 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirsad village is about 66.36%, with male literacy at 74.24% and female literacy at 58.28%.
- There are around 764 households in Shirsad village.
Connectivity of Shirsad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirsad. As per the 2011 stats, Shirsad 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirsad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirsad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirsad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirsad
- Where is Shirsad located?
- Shirsad village is situated in Yawal Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirsad?
- Shirsad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirsad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirsad is 3,323, with 1,681 males and 1,642 females.
- How many households are there in Shirsad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirsad village has a total of 764 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirsad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirsad is 66.36%. The male literacy rate is 74.24%, while the female literacy rate is 58.28%.