Shirdhon
Shirdhon is a village located in Kalyan tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyan (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vadavli Kh is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirdhon unique in its vibrant Kalyan-Thane region. You’ll see Shirdhon’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 Shirdhon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirdhon is 553003. The village spans a total geographical area of 240.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421204. Kalyan is nearest town to Shirdhon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km 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 Kalyan Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalyan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shirdhon has a total population of about 745, with approximately 369 males and 376 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.53%, with male literacy at about 80.49% and female literacy near 58.78%. There are around 165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirdhon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 369 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 518 | 297 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 72 | 155 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 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 Kalyan Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirdhon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirdhon is Vadavli Kh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirdhon?
- The pincode of Shirdhon is 421204, 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 745, with 369 males and 376 females.
- How many households are there in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirdhon village has a total of 165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirdhon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirdhon is 69.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.49%, while the female literacy rate is 58.78%.