Shirol
Shirol is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shirol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirol unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Shirol’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 Shirol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirol is 567330. The village spans a total geographical area of 3441 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416103. Kurundvad is nearest town to Shirol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Shirol
Population of Shirol
According to the 2011 Census, Shirol has a total population of about 27,649, with approximately 14,216 males and 13,433 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,876 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,759 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,789. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.74%, with male literacy at about 80.46% and female literacy near 70.74%. There are around 6,028 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,649 | 14,216 | 13,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,876 | 1,569 | 1,307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,759 | 2,374 | 2,385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,789 | 924 | 865 |
| Literate Population | 20,941 | 11,438 | 9,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,708 | 2,778 | 3,930 |
Connectivity of Shirol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirol. As per the 2011 stats, Shirol 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirol
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirol
- Where is Shirol located?
- Shirol village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirol?
- Shirol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirol?
- The pincode of Shirol is 416103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirol is 27,649, with 14,216 males and 13,433 females.
- How many households are there in Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirol village has a total of 6,028 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirol is 75.74%. The male literacy rate is 80.46%, while the female literacy rate is 70.74%.