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.
Shirgaon has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Shirgaon
Population of Shirgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Shirgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirgaon village:
- The total population of Shirgaon village is around 1,147, including approximately 589 males and 558 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Shirgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirgaon village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 188 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirgaon village is about 76.63%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 68.82%.
- There are around 240 households in Shirgaon village.
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) |
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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%.