Shirgaon
Shirgaon is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirgaon unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Shirgaon’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 Shirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirgaon is 567051. The village spans a total geographical area of 912 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Shirgaon
Population of Shirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shirgaon has a total population of about 2,316, with approximately 1,086 males and 1,230 females. The sex ratio is around 1132 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 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. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.49%, with male literacy at about 74.40% and female literacy near 59.51%. There are around 550 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,316 | 1,086 | 1,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 137 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,540 | 808 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 278 | 498 |
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 <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon
- Where is Shirgaon located?
- Shirgaon village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
- Shirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 2,316, with 1,086 males and 1,230 females.
- How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 66.49%. The male literacy rate is 74.40%, while the female literacy rate is 59.51%.