Shirgaon

Shirgaon is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 63km 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 Shahapur-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 552884. The village spans a total geographical area of 553.38 hectares. Bhiwandi Nizampur is nearest town to Shirgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.

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Population of Shirgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Shirgaon has a total population of about 1,147, with approximately 589 males and 558 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 188. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.63%, with male literacy at about 84.04% and female literacy near 68.82%. There are around 240 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,147 589 558
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 60 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 76 41 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 188 93 95
Literate Population 879 495 384
Illiterate Population 268 94 174

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 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 Shahapur 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 1,147, with 589 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shirgaon village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirgaon is 76.63%. The male literacy rate is 84.04%, while the female literacy rate is 68.82%.