Shembavane - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Shembavane is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Shembavne serves as the Village Panchayat for Shembavane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shembavane is 565709. The village covers a total geographical area of 626.62 hectares and falls under the 415611 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Shembavane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shembavane
According to the 2011 Census, Shembavane village had a total population of 1,092 people, including 509 males and 583 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.26%, with male literacy at 80.91% and female literacy at 53.57%.
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 | 1,092 | 509 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 373 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 136 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Shembavane
Shembavane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phansavane | South | 2.40 km |
| Chikhali | North | 2.88 km |
| Rajwadi | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Antravali | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Dhamani | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Wadathikanat | South | 4.21 km |
| Tambedi | East | 4.57 km |
| Golavali | West | 4.61 km |
| Masarang | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Maladewadi | South-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shembavane
Shembavane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangmeshwar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Shembavane is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shembavane is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shembavane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shembavane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shembavane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shembavane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shembavane
Where is Shembavane located?
Shembavane village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shembavane?
The Village Panchayat of Shembavane is Shembavne.
What is the pincode of Shembavane?
The pincode of Shembavane is 415611.
What is the population of Shembavane?
Shembavane had a total population of 1,092, including 509 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Shembavane?
Shembavane had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shembavane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shembavane was 66.26%. Male literacy was 80.91% and female literacy was 53.57%.