Shivdav Bk. - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Shivdav Bk. is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shivdav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivdav Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivdav Bk. is 567857. The village covers a total geographical area of 1776.56 hectares and falls under the 416210 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Shivdav Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivdav Bk.
As per Census 2011, Shivdav Bk. village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 464 males and 494 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 687 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivdav Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 464 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 383 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 81 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Shivdav Bk.
Shivdav Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanamante | South | 4.12 km |
| Durganagar | North | 4.43 km |
| Mani | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Ghadigaon | North-West | 6.37 km |
| Yevteshwargaon | North | 6.45 km |
| Anjivade | South | 6.93 km |
| Anturli | North-East | 7.58 km |
| Jambhalgaon (nardave Najik) | North-West | 7.89 km |
| Jambhavade | North-West | 8.31 km |
| Mathagaon | East | 8.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivdav Bk.
Shivdav Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 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 Murgud to Shivdav Bk. is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shivdav Bk. is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivdav Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivdav Bk. 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 Shivdav Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivdav Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivdav Bk.
Where is Shivdav Bk. located?
Shivdav Bk. village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivdav Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivdav Bk. is Shivdav.
What is the pincode of Shivdav Bk.?
The pincode of Shivdav Bk. is 416210.
What is the population of Shivdav Bk.?
Shivdav Bk. has a total population of 958, including 464 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Shivdav Bk.?
There are 222 households in Shivdav Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Shivdav Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivdav Bk. is 71.71%. Male literacy is 82.54% and female literacy is 61.54%.