Shirgaon
About Shirgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shirgaon village is 552589. Shirgaon village is located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Mohandool is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 158 hectares. Shirgaon has a total population of 655 peoples, out of which male population is 343 while female population is 312. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shirgaon village is 26.87% out of which 32.36% males and 20.83% females are literate. There are about 159 houses in shirgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Shirgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shirgaon village comes under Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhiwandi is nearest town to shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Shirgaon
The population details of Shirgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 343 | 312 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 635 | 334 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 111 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 232 | 247 |
Connectivity of Shirgaon
| 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 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon
Where is Shirgaon located?
Shirgaon village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirgaon is Mohandool (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 655, with 343 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 26.87%. The male literacy rate is 32.36%, while the female literacy rate is 20.83%.