Shirol
Shirol is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Shirol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirol unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur 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 560782. The village spans a total geographical area of 464 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Shirol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirol 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirol
Population of Shirol
According to the 2011 Census, Shirol has a total population of about 3,183, with approximately 1,650 males and 1,533 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 400 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 785 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 272. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.17%, with male literacy at about 73.70% and female literacy near 60.14%. There are around 689 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 | 3,183 | 1,650 | 1,533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 215 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 427 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 2,138 | 1,216 | 922 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 434 | 611 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur 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 population of Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirol is 3,183, with 1,650 males and 1,533 females.
- How many households are there in Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirol village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirol is 67.17%. The male literacy rate is 73.70%, while the female literacy rate is 60.14%.