Shirwa
Shirwa is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 134km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Mahrawna is the gram panchayat of Shirwa village.
Shirwa has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun 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 Shirwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirwa is 044651. The village spans a total geographical area of 654.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248124. Chakrata is nearest town to Shirwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Shirwa
Population of Shirwa
Below is a concise population overview of Shirwa 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 | 470 | 234 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 122 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shirwa village:
- The total population of Shirwa village is around 470, including approximately 234 males and 236 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Shirwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shirwa village has 208 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 253 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shirwa village is about 45.11%, with male literacy at 47.86% and female literacy at 42.37%.
- There are around 58 households in Shirwa village.
Connectivity of Shirwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirwa. As per the 2011 stats, Shirwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirwa
- Where is Shirwa located?
- Shirwa village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirwa is Mahrawna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirwa?
- The pincode of Shirwa is 248124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirwa is 470, with 234 males and 236 females.
- How many households are there in Shirwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirwa village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirwa is 45.11%. The male literacy rate is 47.86%, while the female literacy rate is 42.37%.