Shirjepur - Mawana, Meerut
Shirjepur is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Shirjepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirjepur is 118854. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.48 hectares and falls under the 250404 pincode. Hastinapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shirjepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shirjepur
According to the 2011 Census, Shirjepur village had a total population of 473 people, including 257 males and 216 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.00%, with male literacy at 77.33% and female literacy at 51.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 257 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 174 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 83 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Shirjepur
Shirjepur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanpur Ahatmali | East | 1.93 km |
| Sherpur | North | 2.26 km |
| Hadipur Gaori | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Rampur Khadar | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Behbalpur | West | 2.89 km |
| Partapur Hansapur | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Salempur | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Mirapur Sikri Bila Ahatmali | East | 3.02 km |
| Mirapur Sikri Ahatmali | East | 3.29 km |
| Jamalpur Khadar | South-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shirjepur
Shirjepur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sisauna, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hastinapur to Shirjepur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut to Shirjepur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirjepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirjepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirjepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirjepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shirjepur
Where is Shirjepur located?
Shirjepur village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirjepur?
Shirjepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shirjepur?
The pincode of Shirjepur is 250404.
What is the population of Shirjepur?
Shirjepur had a total population of 473, including 257 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Shirjepur?
Shirjepur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirjepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirjepur was 66.00%. Male literacy was 77.33% and female literacy was 51.69%.