Shippur Tarf Ajara - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Shippur Tarf Ajara is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shippur Tarf Ajara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shippur Tarf Ajara is 567972. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shippur Tarf Ajara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shippur Tarf Ajara
According to the 2011 Census, Shippur Tarf Ajara village had a total population of 1,515 people, including 719 males and 796 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.10%, with male literacy at 83.99% and female literacy at 55.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 258.
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 | 1,515 | 719 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 122 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 957 | 551 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 168 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Shippur Tarf Ajara
Shippur Tarf Ajara 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 Shippur Tarf Ajara
Public transport in the Shippur Tarf Ajara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Shippur Tarf Ajara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shippur Tarf Ajara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shippur Tarf Ajara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shippur Tarf Ajara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shippur Tarf Ajara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shippur Tarf Ajara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shippur Tarf Ajara
Where is Shippur Tarf Ajara located?
Shippur Tarf Ajara village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shippur Tarf Ajara?
Shippur Tarf Ajara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shippur Tarf Ajara?
The pincode of Shippur Tarf Ajara is 416504.
What is the population of Shippur Tarf Ajara?
Shippur Tarf Ajara had a total population of 1,515, including 719 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Shippur Tarf Ajara?
Shippur Tarf Ajara had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shippur Tarf Ajara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shippur Tarf Ajara was 69.10%. Male literacy was 83.99% and female literacy was 55.69%.