Shirala
Shirala is a village located in Shirala tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Shirala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shirala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirala unique in its vibrant Shirala-Sangli region. You’ll see Shirala’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 Shirala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirala is 568295. The village spans a total geographical area of 972.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415408. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Shirala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Shirala
Population of Shirala
According to the 2011 Census, Shirala has a total population of about 15,665, with approximately 8,090 males and 7,575 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,696 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,766 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 158. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.56%, with male literacy at about 82.27% and female literacy near 72.51%. There are around 3,382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,665 | 8,090 | 7,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,696 | 925 | 771 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,766 | 900 | 866 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 12,149 | 6,656 | 5,493 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,516 | 1,434 | 2,082 |
Connectivity of Shirala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirala. As per the 2011 stats, Shirala 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirala
- Where is Shirala located?
- Shirala village is situated in Shirala Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirala?
- Shirala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirala?
- The pincode of Shirala is 415408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirala is 15,665, with 8,090 males and 7,575 females.
- How many households are there in Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirala village has a total of 3,382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirala is 77.56%. The male literacy rate is 82.27%, while the female literacy rate is 72.51%.