Shiur

Shiur is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Shiur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shiur unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur region. You’ll see Shiur’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 Shiur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiur is 560789. The village spans a total geographical area of 699.76 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Shiur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shiur 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.

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Population of Shiur

According to the 2011 Census, Shiur has a total population of about 2,048, with approximately 1,091 males and 957 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 462 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 95. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.89%, with male literacy at about 70.12% and female literacy near 54.65%. There are around 452 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,048 1,091 957
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 147 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 462 238 224
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 95 49 46
Literate Population 1,288 765 523
Illiterate Population 760 326 434

Connectivity of Shiur

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shiur

Where is Shiur located?
Shiur village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiur?
Shiur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shiur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiur is 2,048, with 1,091 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Shiur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shiur village has a total of 452 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiur is 62.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.12%, while the female literacy rate is 54.65%.