Shirki
Shirki is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Shirki village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirki unique in its vibrant Pen-Raigarh region. You’ll see Shirki’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 Shirki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirki is 553840. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares. Pen is nearest town to Shirki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Shirki
Population of Shirki
According to the 2011 Census, Shirki has a total population of about 1,164, with approximately 590 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.77%, with male literacy at about 80.34% and female literacy near 71.08%. There are around 265 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 590 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 882 | 474 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 116 | 166 |
Connectivity of Shirki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirki. As per the 2011 stats, Shirki 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirki
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirki
- Where is Shirki located?
- Shirki village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirki?
- Shirki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirki is 1,164, with 590 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Shirki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirki village has a total of 265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirki is 75.77%. The male literacy rate is 80.34%, while the female literacy rate is 71.08%.