Shivajinagar - Sakri, Dhule
Shivajinagar is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Shivajinagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar is 526371. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.43 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar village had a total population of 649 people, including 330 males and 319 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.37%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 34.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 647.
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 | 649 | 330 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 647 | 330 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 140 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 190 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nawapur to Shivajinagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Shivajinagar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivajinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivajinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivajinagar
Where is Shivajinagar located?
Shivajinagar village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar?
The pincode of Shivajinagar is 424305.
What is the population of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar had a total population of 649, including 330 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar was 42.37%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 34.66%.