Shirad
Shirad is a village located in Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Hadgaon (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Shirad village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirad has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Shirad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirad is 544467. The village spans a total geographical area of 1753.64 hectares. Nanded is nearest town to Shirad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirad 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 Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirad
Population of Shirad
Below is a concise population overview of Shirad 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 | 3,871 | 2,029 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 256 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 888 | 456 | 432 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,659 | 1,496 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 533 | 679 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirad village:
- The total population of Shirad village is around 3,871, including approximately 2,029 males and 1,842 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 455 children aged 0–6 years in Shirad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirad village has 888 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirad village is about 68.69%, with male literacy at 73.73% and female literacy at 63.14%.
- There are around 789 households in Shirad village.
Connectivity of Shirad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirad. As per the 2011 stats, Shirad 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirad
- Where is Shirad located?
- Shirad village is situated in Hadgaon Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirad?
- Shirad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirad is 3,871, with 2,029 males and 1,842 females.
- How many households are there in Shirad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirad village has a total of 789 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirad is 68.69%. The male literacy rate is 73.73%, while the female literacy rate is 63.14%.