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.
Here you can discover what makes Shimpe unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Shimpe’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 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.
Google Map of Shimpe
Population of Shimpe
According to the 2011 Census, Shimpe has a total population of about 2,235, with approximately 1,137 males and 1,098 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 243 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 357 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 71.50%, with male literacy at about 75.11% and female literacy near 67.76%. There are around 456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shimpe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.