Shirpur
Shirpur is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Shirpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shirpur unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Washim region. You’ll see Shirpur’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 Shirpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirpur is 530683. The village spans a total geographical area of 3942 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444506. Washim is nearest town to Shirpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Shirpur
Population of Shirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirpur has a total population of about 16,890, with approximately 8,768 males and 8,122 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,574 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 365. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.40%, with male literacy at about 77.37% and female literacy near 67.04%. There are around 3,361 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,890 | 8,768 | 8,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,223 | 1,232 | 991 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,574 | 795 | 779 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 189 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 12,229 | 6,784 | 5,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,661 | 1,984 | 2,677 |
Connectivity of Shirpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shirpur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirpur
- Where is Shirpur located?
- Shirpur village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirpur?
- Shirpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shirpur?
- The pincode of Shirpur is 444506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirpur is 16,890, with 8,768 males and 8,122 females.
- How many households are there in Shirpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirpur village has a total of 3,361 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirpur is 72.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 67.04%.