Shioni
Shioni is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Shioni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shioni unique in its vibrant Amgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Shioni’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 Shioni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shioni is 537924. The village spans a total geographical area of 355 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Shioni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shioni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shioni
Population of Shioni
According to the 2011 Census, Shioni has a total population of about 1,573, with approximately 795 males and 778 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 134 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 78.45%, with male literacy at about 84.91% and female literacy near 71.85%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shioni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 795 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 84 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 675 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 120 | 219 |
Connectivity of Shioni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shioni. As per the 2011 stats, Shioni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shioni
Knowing the nearby villages of Shioni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shioni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shioni
- Where is Shioni located?
- Shioni village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shioni?
- Shioni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shioni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shioni is 1,573, with 795 males and 778 females.
- How many households are there in Shioni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shioni village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shioni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shioni is 78.45%. The male literacy rate is 84.91%, while the female literacy rate is 71.85%.