Shigawanwadi
Shigawanwadi is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kotluk is the gram panchayat of Shigawanwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Shigawanwadi unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Shigawanwadi’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 Shigawanwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shigawanwadi is 565425. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415703. Chiplun is nearest town to Shigawanwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shigawanwadi 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shigawanwadi
Population of Shigawanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shigawanwadi has a total population of about 489, with approximately 209 males and 280 females. The sex ratio is around 1339 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.67%, with male literacy at about 77.99% and female literacy near 58.21%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shigawanwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 489 | 209 | 280 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 326 | 163 | 163 |
Illiterate Population | 163 | 46 | 117 |
Connectivity of Shigawanwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shigawanwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Shigawanwadi 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shigawanwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shigawanwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shigawanwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shigawanwadi
- Where is Shigawanwadi located?
- Shigawanwadi village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shigawanwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shigawanwadi is Kotluk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shigawanwadi?
- The pincode of Shigawanwadi is 415703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shigawanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shigawanwadi is 489, with 209 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Shigawanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shigawanwadi village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shigawanwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shigawanwadi is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 77.99%, while the female literacy rate is 58.21%.