Shirasi
Shirasi is a village located in Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Akkalkot (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Shirshi is the gram panchayat of Shirasi village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirasi unique in its vibrant Akkalkot-Solapur region. You’ll see Shirasi’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 Shirasi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirasi is 562882. The village spans a total geographical area of 294 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413211. Akkalkot is nearest town to Shirasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirasi 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 Mohol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirasi
Population of Shirasi
According to the 2011 Census, Shirasi has a total population of about 324, with approximately 168 males and 156 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.42%, with male literacy at about 68.45% and female literacy near 53.85%. There are around 65 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirasi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 168 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 115 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Connectivity of Shirasi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirasi. As per the 2011 stats, Shirasi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirasi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirasi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirasi
- Where is Shirasi located?
- Shirasi village is situated in Akkalkot Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirasi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirasi is Shirshi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirasi?
- The pincode of Shirasi is 413211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirasi is 324, with 168 males and 156 females.
- How many households are there in Shirasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirasi village has a total of 65 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirasi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirasi is 61.42%. The male literacy rate is 68.45%, while the female literacy rate is 53.85%.