Shivathan
Shivathan is a village located in Khanapur taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Khanapur (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Gotagali is the gram panchayat of Shivathan village.
Here you can discover what makes Shivathan unique in its vibrant Khanapur-Belgaum region. You’ll see Shivathan’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 Shivathan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shivathan is 597966. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 590014. Khanapur is nearest town to Shivathan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Shivathan
Population of Shivathan
According to the 2011 Census, Shivathan has a total population of about 482, with approximately 240 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 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 69.09%, with male literacy at about 80.83% and female literacy near 57.44%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shivathan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 240 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 333 | 194 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 46 | 103 |
Connectivity of Shivathan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shivathan. As per the 2011 stats, Shivathan 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shivathan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shivathan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shivathan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shivathan
- Where is Shivathan located?
- Shivathan village is situated in Khanapur Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shivathan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shivathan is Gotagali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shivathan?
- The pincode of Shivathan is 590014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shivathan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shivathan is 482, with 240 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Shivathan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shivathan village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shivathan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shivathan is 69.09%. The male literacy rate is 80.83%, while the female literacy rate is 57.44%.