Shirgaon
About Shirgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shirgaon village is 565268. Shirgaon village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Shirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1260.99 hectares. Shirgaon has a total population of 3,925 peoples, out of which male population is 1,891 while female population is 2,034. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1075 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shirgaon village is 76.46% out of which 82.44% males and 70.89% females are literate. There are about 961 houses in shirgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Shirgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shirgaon village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Shirgaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,925 | 1,891 | 2,034 |
| Literate Population | 3,001 | 1,559 | 1,442 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 332 | 592 |
Connectivity of Shirgaon
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 3,925, with 1,891 males and 2,034 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 961 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 76.46%. The male literacy rate is 82.44%, while the female literacy rate is 70.89%.