Shirthon
Shirthon is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Shirdhon is the gram panchayat of Shirthon village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirthon unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Shirthon’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 Shirthon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirthon is 562345. The village spans a total geographical area of 811.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413304. Pandharpur is nearest town to Shirthon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirthon 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 Shirthon
Population of Shirthon
According to the 2011 Census, Shirthon has a total population of about 1,603, with approximately 799 males and 804 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 247 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 147. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.45%, with male literacy at about 65.08% and female literacy near 49.88%. There are around 327 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirthon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 799 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 125 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 204 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 520 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 279 | 403 |
Connectivity of Shirthon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirthon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirthon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirthon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirthon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirthon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirthon
- Where is Shirthon located?
- Shirthon village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirthon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirthon is Shirdhon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirthon?
- The pincode of Shirthon is 413304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirthon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirthon is 1,603, with 799 males and 804 females.
- How many households are there in Shirthon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirthon village has a total of 327 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirthon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirthon is 57.45%. The male literacy rate is 65.08%, while the female literacy rate is 49.88%.