Shegunshi - Athni, Belagavi
Shegunshi is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Athani and around 100 km from Belgaum. Shegunashi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shegunshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shegunshi is 597315. The village covers a total geographical area of 3071.31 hectares and falls under the 591220 pincode. Terdal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shegunshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shegunshi
As per Census 2011, Shegunshi village has a total population of 6,333 people, consisting of 3,262 males and 3,071 females. The village has 1,312 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,720 literate and 2,613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shegunshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,333 | 3,262 | 3,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 457 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,168 | 598 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,720 | 2,168 | 1,552 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,613 | 1,094 | 1,519 |
Nearby Villages of Shegunshi
Shegunshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dodwad | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Khavatkoppa | North | 3.93 km |
| Sankaratti | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Terdal (rural) | South | 5.58 km |
| Koligudda | West | 5.73 km |
| Naganur P.k. | North | 5.82 km |
| Satti | North-East | 6.80 km |
| Darur | North-West | 7.24 km |
| Halingali | South-East | 8.03 km |
| Avarkhod | North | 8.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shegunshi
Shegunshi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chinchli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Terdal to Shegunshi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Shegunshi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shegunshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shegunshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shegunshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shegunshi 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 Shegunshi
Where is Shegunshi located?
Shegunshi village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shegunshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shegunshi is Shegunashi.
What is the pincode of Shegunshi?
The pincode of Shegunshi is 591220.
What is the population of Shegunshi?
Shegunshi has a total population of 6,333, including 3,262 males and 3,071 females.
How many households are there in Shegunshi?
There are 1,312 households in Shegunshi.
What is the literacy rate in Shegunshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shegunshi is 58.74%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 50.54%.