Shirshi
Shirshi is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shirshi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Changual is the gram panchayat of Shirshi village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirshi unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-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 341741. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Shirshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shirshi
Population of Shirshi
According to the 2011 Census, Shirshi has a total population of about 255, with approximately 125 males and 130 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.55%, with male literacy at about 77.60% and female literacy near 67.69%. There are around 55 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 | 255 | 125 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirshi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirshi is Changual (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 721301, 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 255, with 125 males and 130 females.
- How many households are there in Shirshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirshi village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirshi is 72.55%. The male literacy rate is 77.60%, while the female literacy rate is 67.69%.