Shimpe

Shimpe 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, Shimpe village is also a gram panchayat.

Shimpe has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shimpe

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimpe is 567081. The village spans a total geographical area of 451 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Shimpe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Shimpe

Below is a concise population overview of Shimpe as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,235 1,137 1,098
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 243 132 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 357 177 180
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,598 854 744
Illiterate Population 637 283 354

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shimpe village:

  • The total population of Shimpe village is around 2,235, including approximately 1,137 males and 1,098 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 243 children aged 0–6 years in Shimpe village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shimpe village has 357 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shimpe village is about 71.50%, with male literacy at 75.11% and female literacy at 67.76%.
  • There are around 456 households in Shimpe village.

Connectivity of Shimpe

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

Nearby Villages of Shimpe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shimpe

Where is Shimpe located?
Shimpe village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimpe?
Shimpe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shimpe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimpe is 2,235, with 1,137 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Shimpe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shimpe village has a total of 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimpe as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimpe is 71.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.11%, while the female literacy rate is 67.76%.