Sambu

Sambu is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Sambu village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sambu unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Sambu’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 Sambu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sambu is 567086. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.61 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Sambu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Sambu

According to the 2011 Census, Sambu has a total population of about 673, with approximately 323 males and 350 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 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 69.84%, with male literacy at about 76.16% and female literacy near 64.00%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sambu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 673 323 350
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 31 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 60 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 470 246 224
Illiterate Population 203 77 126

Connectivity of Sambu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sambu. As per the 2011 stats, Sambu 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sambu

Knowing the nearby villages of Sambu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sambu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sambu

Where is Sambu located?
Sambu village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sambu?
Sambu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sambu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sambu is 673, with 323 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Sambu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sambu village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sambu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sambu is 69.84%. The male literacy rate is 76.16%, while the female literacy rate is 64.00%.