Shirgaon
Shirgaon is a village located in Murbad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Murbad (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Shirgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirgaon unique in its vibrant Murbad-Thane region. You’ll see Shirgaon’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 Shirgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirgaon is 553093. The village spans a total geographical area of 487.85 hectares. Kalyan is nearest town to Shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Shirgaon
Population of Shirgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shirgaon has a total population of about 1,243, with approximately 636 males and 607 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 323. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.34%, with male literacy at about 70.60% and female literacy near 49.59%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 636 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 162 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 449 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 187 | 306 |
Connectivity of Shirgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shirgaon 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 Shirgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirgaon
- Where is Shirgaon located?
- Shirgaon village is situated in Murbad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirgaon?
- Shirgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirgaon is 1,243, with 636 males and 607 females.
- How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 60.34%. The male literacy rate is 70.60%, while the female literacy rate is 49.59%.