Shirgaon

Shirgaon is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shirgaon unique in its vibrant Walwa-Sangli region. You’ll see Shirgaon’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 Shirgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirgaon is 568386. The village spans a total geographical area of 324 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416213. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shirgaon 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.

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Population of Shirgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Shirgaon has a total population of about 1,987, with approximately 1,007 males and 980 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.54%, with male literacy at about 86.49% and female literacy near 78.47%. There are around 397 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,987 1,007 980
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 190 101 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 195 98 97
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 9 10
Literate Population 1,640 871 769
Illiterate Population 347 136 211

Connectivity of Shirgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirgaon 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shirgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Shirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon

Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
Shirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shirgaon?
The pincode of Shirgaon is 416213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 1,987, with 1,007 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 82.54%. The male literacy rate is 86.49%, while the female literacy rate is 78.47%.