Shivajinagar - Chandvad, Nashik
Shivajinagar is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mangrul serves as the Village Panchayat for Shivajinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar is 550440. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 423101 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shivajinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivajinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar village had a total population of 713 people, including 360 males and 353 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 87.54% and female literacy at 77.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 713 | 360 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 281 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 79 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asarkhede | West | 1.16 km |
| Deogaon | South | 1.70 km |
| Shirur | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Mangrul | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Adgaon | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Indrayanwadi | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Bharvir | South | 4.16 km |
| Shelu | West | 4.62 km |
| Kheldari | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Rajderwadi | North-East | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivajinagar
Public transport in the Shivajinagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 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 Manmad to Shivajinagar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shivajinagar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivajinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shivajinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivajinagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivajinagar
Where is Shivajinagar located?
Shivajinagar village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar?
The Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar is Mangrul.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar?
The pincode of Shivajinagar is 423101.
What is the population of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar had a total population of 713, including 360 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar was 82.46%. Male literacy was 87.54% and female literacy was 77.24%.