Shirdhon

Shirdhon is a village located in Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kavathemahankal (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shirdhon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shirdhon unique in its vibrant Kavathemahankal-Sangli region. You’ll see Shirdhon’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 Shirdhon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirdhon is 568804. The village spans a total geographical area of 803.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416419. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Shirdhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shirdhon 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli 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 Shirdhon

According to the 2011 Census, Shirdhon has a total population of about 2,887, with approximately 1,527 males and 1,360 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 325 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 441 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.51%, with male literacy at about 80.16% and female literacy near 70.29%. There are around 617 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirdhon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,887 1,527 1,360
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 325 195 130
Scheduled Castes (SC) 441 230 211
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 2,180 1,224 956
Illiterate Population 707 303 404

Connectivity of Shirdhon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirdhon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirdhon 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 Shirdhon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirdhon

Where is Shirdhon located?
Shirdhon village is situated in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
Shirdhon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
The pincode of Shirdhon is 416419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirdhon is 2,887, with 1,527 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirdhon village has a total of 617 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirdhon is 75.51%. The male literacy rate is 80.16%, while the female literacy rate is 70.29%.