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.
Shirala 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shirala 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirala village:
- The total population of Shirala village is around 15,665, including approximately 8,090 males and 7,575 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,696 children aged 0–6 years in Shirala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirala village has 1,766 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirala village is about 77.56%, with male literacy at 82.27% and female literacy at 72.51%.
- There are around 3,382 households in Shirala village.
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%.