Shivani Lakh - Ausa, Latur
Shivani Lakh is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Shivani Lakh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivani Lakh is 560667. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shivani Lakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivani Lakh
As per Census 2011, Shivani Lakh village has a total population of 2,374 people, consisting of 1,190 males and 1,184 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,395 literate and 979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivani Lakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,374 | 1,190 | 1,184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 142 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 798 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 392 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Shivani Lakh
Shivani Lakh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharosa | North | 3.34 km |
| Kumtha | South | 3.82 km |
| Mogarga | West | 3.89 km |
| Tambarwadi | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Nanand | East | 4.98 km |
| Singnal | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Jau | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Jewari | South-East | 5.83 km |
| Ramwadi | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Jauwadi | East | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivani Lakh
Shivani Lakh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Shivani Lakh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Shivani Lakh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivani Lakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivani Lakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivani Lakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivani Lakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shivani Lakh
Where is Shivani Lakh located?
Shivani Lakh village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivani Lakh?
Shivani Lakh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivani Lakh?
The pincode of Shivani Lakh is 413520.
What is the population of Shivani Lakh?
Shivani Lakh has a total population of 2,374, including 1,190 males and 1,184 females.
How many households are there in Shivani Lakh?
There are 513 households in Shivani Lakh.
What is the literacy rate in Shivani Lakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivani Lakh is 58.76%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 50.42%.