Shirshi
Shirshi is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Shirshi village. As per 2009 stats, Dahijuri is the gram panchayat of Shirshi village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirshi unique in its vibrant Binpur I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Shirshi’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 Shirshi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirshi is 336009. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Jhargram is nearest town to Shirshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Shirshi
Population of Shirshi
According to the 2011 Census, Shirshi has a total population of about 1,032, with approximately 514 males and 518 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 392. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.82%, with male literacy at about 70.62% and female literacy near 53.09%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 514 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 201 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 363 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 151 | 243 |
Connectivity of Shirshi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirshi. As per the 2011 stats, Shirshi 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 Shirshi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirshi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirshi
- Where is Shirshi located?
- Shirshi village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirshi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirshi is Dahijuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirshi?
- The pincode of Shirshi is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirshi is 1,032, with 514 males and 518 females.
- How many households are there in Shirshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirshi village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirshi is 61.82%. The male literacy rate is 70.62%, while the female literacy rate is 53.09%.