Shiur - Nilanga, Latur
Shiur is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Shiur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiur is 560789. The village covers a total geographical area of 699.76 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shiur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiur
As per Census 2011, Shiur village has a total population of 2,048 people, consisting of 1,091 males and 957 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,288 literate and 760 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shiur
Shiur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanchnal | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Nadiwadi | South | 2.26 km |
| Walsangvi | West | 2.30 km |
| Dhanegaon | East | 3.24 km |
| Girakchal | North | 3.41 km |
| Chichondi | South | 3.74 km |
| Shirol | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Wanjarwada | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Kedarpur | West | 4.95 km |
| Hisamnagar | North-East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiur
Shiur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Her, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Shiur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Shiur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shiur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiur
Where is Shiur located?
Shiur village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiur?
Shiur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiur?
The pincode of Shiur is 413521.
What is the population of Shiur?
Shiur has a total population of 2,048, including 1,091 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Shiur?
There are 452 households in Shiur.
What is the literacy rate in Shiur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiur is 62.89%. Male literacy is 70.12% and female literacy is 54.65%.