Shivare - Niphad, Nashik
Shivare is a village situated in the Niphad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niphad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shirvare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivare is 551379. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.43 hectares and falls under the 422303 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shivare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niphad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivare
As per Census 2011, Shivare village has a total population of 2,667 people, consisting of 1,390 males and 1,277 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,929 literate and 738 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,667 | 1,390 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 174 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 149 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 269 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,087 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 303 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Shivare
Shivare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarpur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Jalgaon | West | 2.80 km |
| Shriramnagar | North | 2.93 km |
| Naitale | East | 3.02 km |
| Kathargaon | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Gajarwadi | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Dindori | South | 3.17 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Kurudgaon | West | 4.35 km |
| Niphad | North-West | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivare
Shivare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yevla to Shivare is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shivare is about 49 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 Shivare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivare 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 Shivare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivare 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 Shivare
Where is Shivare located?
Shivare village is located in Niphad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivare?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivare is Shirvare.
What is the pincode of Shivare?
The pincode of Shivare is 422303.
What is the population of Shivare?
Shivare has a total population of 2,667, including 1,390 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Shivare?
There are 504 households in Shivare.
What is the literacy rate in Shivare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivare is 72.33%. Male literacy is 78.20% and female literacy is 65.94%.