Shirdhon
Shirdhon is a village located in Koregaon tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Koregaon (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Shirdhon village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirdhon 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 Shirdhon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirdhon is 563699. The village spans a total geographical area of 797 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415501. Rahimatpur is nearest town to Shirdhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirdhon 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 Koregaon 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.
Google Map of Shirdhon
Population of Shirdhon
Below is a concise population overview of Shirdhon 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 | 2,549 | 1,274 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,889 | 990 | 899 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 284 | 376 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirdhon village:
- The total population of Shirdhon village is around 2,549, including approximately 1,274 males and 1,275 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Shirdhon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirdhon village has 312 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirdhon village is about 74.11%, with male literacy at 77.71% and female literacy at 70.51%.
- There are around 573 households in Shirdhon village.
Connectivity of Shirdhon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirdhon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirdhon 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirdhon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirdhon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirdhon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirdhon
- Where is Shirdhon located?
- Shirdhon village is situated in Koregaon Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
- Shirdhon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
- The pincode of Shirdhon is 415501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirdhon is 2,549, with 1,274 males and 1,275 females.
- How many households are there in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirdhon village has a total of 573 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirdhon is 74.11%. The male literacy rate is 77.71%, while the female literacy rate is 70.51%.