Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shivajinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is 564878. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)
As per Census 2011, Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 397 males and 404 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 671 literate and 130 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 397 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 332 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 65 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)
Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)
Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)
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 (Gimhavane) 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 Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)
Where is Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) located?
Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is Shivajinagar.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)?
The pincode of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is 415714.
What is the population of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)?
Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) has a total population of 801, including 397 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)?
There are 186 households in Shivajinagar (Gimhavane).
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar (Gimhavane)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar (Gimhavane) is 83.77%. Male literacy is 83.63% and female literacy is 83.91%.