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.
Here you can discover what makes Shipur unique in its vibrant Miraj-Sangli region. You’ll see Shipur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shipur has a total population of about 2,534, with approximately 1,302 males and 1,232 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 463 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.12%, with male literacy at about 82.49% and female literacy near 69.40%. There are around 578 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.