Shirashi
Shirashi is a village located in Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Mangalvedhe (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Shirashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Shirashi has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 Shirashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirashi is 562660. The village spans a total geographical area of 1325 hectares. Mangalvedhe is nearest town to Shirashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirashi 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 Pandharpur 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 Shirashi
Population of Shirashi
Below is a concise population overview of Shirashi 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 | 1,709 | 902 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 126 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 658 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 244 | 370 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirashi village:
- The total population of Shirashi village is around 1,709, including approximately 902 males and 807 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 233 children aged 0–6 years in Shirashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirashi village has 159 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirashi village is about 64.07%, with male literacy at 72.95% and female literacy at 54.15%.
- There are around 366 households in Shirashi village.
Connectivity of Shirashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirashi. As per the 2011 stats, Shirashi 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 Shirashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirashi
- Where is Shirashi located?
- Shirashi village is situated in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirashi?
- Shirashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirashi is 1,709, with 902 males and 807 females.
- How many households are there in Shirashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirashi village has a total of 366 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirashi is 64.07%. The male literacy rate is 72.95%, while the female literacy rate is 54.15%.