Shivna - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Shivna is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Shivna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivna is 477899. The village covers a total geographical area of 1996.82 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shivna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shivna
As per Census 2011, Shivna village has a total population of 4,258 people, consisting of 2,154 males and 2,104 females. The village has 770 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 702 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,168 literate and 2,090 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,423 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,258 | 2,154 | 2,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 702 | 353 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 203 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,423 | 688 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 2,168 | 1,228 | 940 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,090 | 926 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Shivna
Shivna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shivna
Shivna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jhiranya to Shivna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Shivna is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivna
Where is Shivna located?
Shivna village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivna?
Shivna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivna?
The pincode of Shivna is 451332.
What is the population of Shivna?
Shivna has a total population of 4,258, including 2,154 males and 2,104 females.
How many households are there in Shivna?
There are 770 households in Shivna.
What is the literacy rate in Shivna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivna is 50.92%. Male literacy is 57.01% and female literacy is 44.68%.