Shirgaon

Shirgaon is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shiragaon is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon village.

Shirgaon has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Shirgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirgaon is 568093. The village spans a total geographical area of 486.42 hectares. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

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Population of Shirgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Shirgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,226 621 605
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 73 84
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 8 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 780 467 313
Illiterate Population 446 154 292

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirgaon village:

  • The total population of Shirgaon village is around 1,226, including approximately 621 males and 605 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Shirgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shirgaon village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shirgaon village is about 63.62%, with male literacy at 75.20% and female literacy at 51.74%.
  • There are around 249 households in Shirgaon village.

Connectivity of Shirgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirgaon 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 Shirgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Shirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirgaon.

Kanur Kh Sadegudwale Pilani Bhogoli Chandgad Majareshirgaon Asagaon Churani Chawl Hambire Inam Kolindre Satawane

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon

Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirgaon is Shiragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 1,226, with 621 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 63.62%. The male literacy rate is 75.20%, while the female literacy rate is 51.74%.