Shirur
Shirur is a village located in Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chandvad (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Shirur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirur unique in its vibrant Chandvad-Nashik region. You’ll see Shirur’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 Shirur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirur is 550434. The village spans a total geographical area of 627 hectares. Manmad is nearest town to Shirur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirur 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 Chandvad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirur
Population of Shirur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirur has a total population of about 1,715, with approximately 882 males and 833 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 261 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.47%, with male literacy at about 72.90% and female literacy near 59.66%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 882 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 145 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 180 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 643 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 239 | 336 |
Connectivity of Shirur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirur. As per the 2011 stats, Shirur 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 Shirur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirur
- Where is Shirur located?
- Shirur village is situated in Chandvad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirur?
- Shirur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirur is 1,715, with 882 males and 833 females.
- How many households are there in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirur village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirur is 66.47%. The male literacy rate is 72.90%, while the female literacy rate is 59.66%.