Shipur
Shipur is a village located in Miraj tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Miraj (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shipur village is also a gram panchayat.
Shipur has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shipur is 568739. The village spans a total geographical area of 1768 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Shipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shipur 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 Miraj 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.
Google Map of Shipur
Population of Shipur
Below is a concise population overview of Shipur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,534 | 1,302 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 233 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,074 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 228 | 377 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shipur village:
- The total population of Shipur village is around 2,534, including approximately 1,302 males and 1,232 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Shipur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shipur village has 463 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shipur village is about 76.12%, with male literacy at 82.49% and female literacy at 69.40%.
- There are around 578 households in Shipur village.
Connectivity of Shipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shipur. As per the 2011 stats, Shipur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shipur
- Where is Shipur located?
- Shipur village is situated in Miraj Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shipur?
- Shipur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shipur is 2,534, with 1,302 males and 1,232 females.
- How many households are there in Shipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shipur village has a total of 578 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shipur is 76.12%. The male literacy rate is 82.49%, while the female literacy rate is 69.40%.