Shembavane - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Shembavane is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shembavane village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shembavane is 567073. The village covers a total geographical area of 1871 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shembavane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shembavane
According to the 2011 Census, Shembavane village had a total population of 1,629 people, including 793 males and 836 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.00%, with male literacy at 73.03% and female literacy at 49.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,629 | 793 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 509 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 284 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Shembavane
Shembavane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parivane | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Gelavade | North | 3.94 km |
| Gavadi | West | 4.03 km |
| Manjare. | East | 4.09 km |
| Kumbhavde | South | 4.14 km |
| Mosum | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Anuskura | South-East | 5.89 km |
| Kurang | South-West | 6.22 km |
| Khorninko | North-West | 6.88 km |
| Gajapur | North | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shembavane
Shembavane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 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 Malkapur to Shembavane is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shembavane is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shembavane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shembavane 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 Shembavane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shembavane 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 Shembavane
Where is Shembavane located?
Shembavane village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shembavane?
Shembavane is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shembavane?
The pincode of Shembavane is 415101.
What is the population of Shembavane?
Shembavane had a total population of 1,629, including 793 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Shembavane?
Shembavane had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shembavane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shembavane was 61.00%. Male literacy was 73.03% and female literacy was 49.45%.