Shirasgaon

Shirasgaon is a village located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Shirasgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shirasgaon unique in its vibrant Niphad-Nashik region. You’ll see Shirasgaon’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 Shirasgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirasgaon is 551297. The village spans a total geographical area of 577.34 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Shirasgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shirasgaon 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 Niphad 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.

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Population of Shirasgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Shirasgaon has a total population of about 2,910, with approximately 1,519 males and 1,391 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 425 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 276 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 859. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.10%, with male literacy at about 77.49% and female literacy near 66.21%. There are around 509 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirasgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,910 1,519 1,391
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 425 227 198
Scheduled Castes (SC) 276 152 124
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 859 446 413
Literate Population 2,098 1,177 921
Illiterate Population 812 342 470

Connectivity of Shirasgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirasgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirasgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shirasgaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirasgaon

Where is Shirasgaon located?
Shirasgaon village is situated in Niphad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirasgaon?
Shirasgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shirasgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirasgaon is 2,910, with 1,519 males and 1,391 females.
How many households are there in Shirasgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirasgaon village has a total of 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirasgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirasgaon is 72.10%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 66.21%.