Shivnala - Pauni, Bhandara
Shivnala is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Shionala serves as the Village Panchayat for Shivnala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivnala is 537343. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.03 hectares and falls under the 441910 pincode. Pauni is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shivnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shivnala
According to the 2011 Census, Shivnala village had a total population of 1,759 people, including 888 males and 871 females, living in 422 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 71.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,759 | 888 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,201 | 652 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 236 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Shivnala
Shivnala 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 Shivnala
Shivnala 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauni to Shivnala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Shivnala is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivnala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shivnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivnala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shivnala
Where is Shivnala located?
Shivnala village is located in Pauni Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shivnala?
The Village Panchayat of Shivnala is Shionala.
What is the pincode of Shivnala?
The pincode of Shivnala is 441910.
What is the population of Shivnala?
Shivnala had a total population of 1,759, including 888 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Shivnala?
Shivnala had 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivnala was 77.89%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 71.58%.