Shirsad
Shirsad is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kasghar is the gram panchayat of Shirsad village.
Shirsad 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 Shirsad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirsad is 552147. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 421303. Jawhar is nearest town to Shirsad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shirsad 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 Shahapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shirsad
Population of Shirsad
Below is a concise population overview of Shirsad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 349 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 243 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 106 | 147 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirsad village:
- The total population of Shirsad village is around 685, including approximately 349 males and 336 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Shirsad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirsad village has 236 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirsad village is about 63.07%, with male literacy at 69.63% and female literacy at 56.25%.
- There are around 148 households in Shirsad village.
Connectivity of Shirsad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirsad. As per the 2011 stats, Shirsad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirsad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirsad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirsad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirsad
- Where is Shirsad located?
- Shirsad village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirsad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirsad is Kasghar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirsad?
- The pincode of Shirsad is 421303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirsad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirsad is 685, with 349 males and 336 females.
- How many households are there in Shirsad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirsad village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirsad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirsad is 63.07%. The male literacy rate is 69.63%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.