Shirwal

Shirwal is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Shirwal village is also a gram panchayat.

Shirwal has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Shirwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirwal is 563173. The village spans a total geographical area of 547 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 412801. Bhor is nearest town to Shirwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shirwal 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara 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 Shirwal

Below is a concise population overview of Shirwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 16,080 8,285 7,795
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,060 1,103 957
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,419 721 698
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 220 114 106
Literate Population 12,612 6,726 5,886
Illiterate Population 3,468 1,559 1,909

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirwal village:

  • The total population of Shirwal village is around 16,080, including approximately 8,285 males and 7,795 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,060 children aged 0–6 years in Shirwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shirwal village has 1,419 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shirwal village is about 78.43%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 75.51%.
  • There are around 3,773 households in Shirwal village.

Connectivity of Shirwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirwal. As per the 2011 stats, Shirwal 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 Shirwal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shirwal

Where is Shirwal located?
Shirwal village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirwal?
Shirwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shirwal?
The pincode of Shirwal is 412801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shirwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirwal is 16,080, with 8,285 males and 7,795 females.
How many households are there in Shirwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirwal village has a total of 3,773 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirwal is 78.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.18%, while the female literacy rate is 75.51%.