Shivkar
Shivkar is a village located in Panvel tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Panvel (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Shivkar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shivkar unique in its vibrant Panvel-Raigarh region. You’ll see Shivkar’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 Shivkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shivkar is 553423. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares. Panvel is nearest town to Shivkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shivkar 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 Panvel Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Maval Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shivkar
Population of Shivkar
According to the 2011 Census, Shivkar has a total population of about 2,464, with approximately 1,297 males and 1,167 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.76%, with male literacy at about 76.79% and female literacy near 61.95%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shivkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,464 | 1,297 | 1,167 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 152 | 177 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 30 | 44 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
Literate Population | 1,719 | 996 | 723 |
Illiterate Population | 745 | 301 | 444 |
Connectivity of Shivkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shivkar. As per the 2011 stats, Shivkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shivkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shivkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shivkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shivkar
- Where is Shivkar located?
- Shivkar village is situated in Panvel Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shivkar?
- Shivkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shivkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shivkar is 2,464, with 1,297 males and 1,167 females.
- How many households are there in Shivkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shivkar village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shivkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shivkar is 69.76%. The male literacy rate is 76.79%, while the female literacy rate is 61.95%.