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.
Here you can discover what makes Shirsad unique in its vibrant Yawal-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Shirsad’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirsad has a total population of about 3,323, with approximately 1,681 males and 1,642 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 448 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 374 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,220. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.36%, with male literacy at about 74.24% and female literacy near 58.28%. There are around 764 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirsad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.