Shirdhon
Shirdhon is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shiradhon is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon village.
Shirdhon 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 Shirdhon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirdhon is 567348. The village spans a total geographical area of 1883.92 hectares. Kurundvad is nearest town to Shirdhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shirdhon
Population of Shirdhon
Below is a concise population overview of Shirdhon 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 | 9,486 | 4,817 | 4,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 988 | 527 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 544 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 237 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 6,911 | 3,829 | 3,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,575 | 988 | 1,587 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirdhon village:
- The total population of Shirdhon village is around 9,486, including approximately 4,817 males and 4,669 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 988 children aged 0–6 years in Shirdhon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirdhon village has 1,089 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 479 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirdhon village is about 72.85%, with male literacy at 79.49% and female literacy at 66.01%.
- There are around 2,080 households in Shirdhon village.
Connectivity of Shirdhon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirdhon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirdhon 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirdhon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirdhon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirdhon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirdhon
- Where is Shirdhon located?
- Shirdhon village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirdhon is Shiradhon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirdhon is 9,486, with 4,817 males and 4,669 females.
- How many households are there in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirdhon village has a total of 2,080 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirdhon is 72.85%. The male literacy rate is 79.49%, while the female literacy rate is 66.01%.