Shirui
Shirui is a village located in Sahid Matangini subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Burarihat are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shirui village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kakharda is the gram panchayat of Shirui village.
Here you can discover what makes Shirui unique in its vibrant Sahid Matangini-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Shirui’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 Shirui
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shirui is 344624. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721137. Tamluk is nearest town to Shirui village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shirui
Population of Shirui
According to the 2011 Census, Shirui has a total population of about 3,859, with approximately 1,982 males and 1,877 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 316 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 73.93%, with male literacy at about 79.52% and female literacy near 68.03%. There are around 844 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shirui's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,859 | 1,982 | 1,877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 218 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 157 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,853 | 1,576 | 1,277 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 406 | 600 |
Connectivity of Shirui
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shirui. As per the 2011 stats, Shirui had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shirui
Knowing the nearby villages of Shirui helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shirui.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shirui
- Where is Shirui located?
- Shirui village is situated in Sahid Matangini Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shirui?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shirui is Kakharda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shirui?
- The pincode of Shirui is 721137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shirui as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shirui is 3,859, with 1,982 males and 1,877 females.
- How many households are there in Shirui as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shirui village has a total of 844 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shirui as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shirui is 73.93%. The male literacy rate is 79.52%, while the female literacy rate is 68.03%.