Shirate
Shirate is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shirate village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirate 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 Shirate
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirate is 568329. The village spans a total geographical area of 614 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415404. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Shirate village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirate 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirate
Population of Shirate
Below is a concise population overview of Shirate 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 | 2,943 | 1,503 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 236 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,213 | 1,220 | 993 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 283 | 447 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirate village:
- The total population of Shirate village is around 2,943, including approximately 1,503 males and 1,440 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 305 children aged 0–6 years in Shirate village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirate village has 476 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 143 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirate village is about 75.20%, with male literacy at 81.17% and female literacy at 68.96%.
- There are around 614 households in Shirate village.
Connectivity of Shirate
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirate. As per the 2011 stats, Shirate 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 Shirate
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirate helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirate.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirate
- Where is Shirate located?
- Shirate village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirate?
- Shirate serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirate?
- The pincode of Shirate is 415404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirate as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirate is 2,943, with 1,503 males and 1,440 females.
- How many households are there in Shirate as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirate village has a total of 614 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirate as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirate is 75.20%. The male literacy rate is 81.17%, while the female literacy rate is 68.96%.