Shinganapur
Shinganapur is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shinganapur village. As per 2009 stats, Shinganapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shinganapur unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Shinganapur’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 Shinganapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shinganapur is 567385. The village spans a total geographical area of 413.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416010. Kolhapur is nearest town to Shinganapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shinganapur 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 Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shinganapur
Population of Shinganapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shinganapur has a total population of about 7,570, with approximately 3,894 males and 3,676 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 871 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,216 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.50%, with male literacy at about 77.76% and female literacy near 68.99%. There are around 1,696 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shinganapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,570 | 3,894 | 3,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 871 | 474 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,216 | 1,141 | 1,075 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 5,564 | 3,028 | 2,536 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,006 | 866 | 1,140 |
Connectivity of Shinganapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shinganapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shinganapur 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 Shinganapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shinganapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shinganapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shinganapur
- Where is Shinganapur located?
- Shinganapur village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shinganapur?
- Shinganapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shinganapur?
- The pincode of Shinganapur is 416010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shinganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shinganapur is 7,570, with 3,894 males and 3,676 females.
- How many households are there in Shinganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shinganapur village has a total of 1,696 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shinganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shinganapur is 73.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.76%, while the female literacy rate is 68.99%.