Shewage - Sakri, Dhule
Shewage is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Shewage village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shewage is 526433. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.24 hectares and falls under the 424306 pincode. Dhule is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Shewage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shewage
As per Census 2011, Shewage village has a total population of 1,892 people, consisting of 977 males and 915 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,423 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,061 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shewage are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,892 | 977 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,061 | 547 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 1,423 | 788 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 189 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Shewage
Shewage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokangaon | South | 0.87 km |
| Sitarampur | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Sukapur | North | 1.68 km |
| Virkhel | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Pargaon | East | 3.26 km |
| Mandane | South | 3.52 km |
| Waki | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Balhane | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Dhongade Digar | East | 4.71 km |
| Daregaon | West | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shewage
Shewage is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.9 km.
| 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 Dhule to Shewage is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shewage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shewage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shewage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shewage village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shewage
Where is Shewage located?
Shewage village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shewage?
Shewage is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shewage?
The pincode of Shewage is 424306.
What is the population of Shewage?
Shewage has a total population of 1,892, including 977 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Shewage?
There are 315 households in Shewage.
What is the literacy rate in Shewage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shewage is 75.21%. Male literacy is 80.66% and female literacy is 69.40%.