Shegave
Shegave is a village located in Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Nawapur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Shegave village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shegave unique in its vibrant Nawapur-Nandurbar region. You’ll see Shegave’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 Shegave
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shegave is 525865. The village spans a total geographical area of 523 hectares. Nandurbar is nearest town to Shegave village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shegave village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shegave
Population of Shegave
According to the 2011 Census, Shegave has a total population of about 2,486, with approximately 1,185 males and 1,301 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 303 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,473. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.46%, with male literacy at about 54.35% and female literacy near 39.28%. There are around 554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shegave's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,486 | 1,185 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,473 | 1,177 | 1,296 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 644 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,331 | 541 | 790 |
Connectivity of Shegave
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shegave. As per the 2011 stats, Shegave 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shegave
Knowing the nearby villages of Shegave helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shegave.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shegave
- Where is Shegave located?
- Shegave village is situated in Nawapur Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shegave?
- Shegave serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shegave as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shegave is 2,486, with 1,185 males and 1,301 females.
- How many households are there in Shegave as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shegave village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shegave as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shegave is 46.46%. The male literacy rate is 54.35%, while the female literacy rate is 39.28%.