Shighre
Shighre is a village located in Murud tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Murud (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Shighre village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shighre unique in its vibrant Murud-Raigarh region. You’ll see Shighre’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 Shighre
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shighre is 554261. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.22 hectares. Murud is nearest town to Shighre village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Shighre
Population of Shighre
According to the 2011 Census, Shighre has a total population of about 1,847, with approximately 824 males and 1,023 females. The sex ratio is around 1241 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.45%, with male literacy at about 80.83% and female literacy near 72.92%. There are around 421 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shighre's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,847 | 824 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 666 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 158 | 277 |
Connectivity of Shighre
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shighre. As per the 2011 stats, Shighre 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shighre
Knowing the nearby villages of Shighre helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shighre.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shighre
- Where is Shighre located?
- Shighre village is situated in Murud Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shighre?
- Shighre serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shighre as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shighre is 1,847, with 824 males and 1,023 females.
- How many households are there in Shighre as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shighre village has a total of 421 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shighre as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shighre is 76.45%. The male literacy rate is 80.83%, while the female literacy rate is 72.92%.