Shenavade - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Shenavade is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Rangav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shenavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shenavade is 565701. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.34 hectares and falls under the 415609 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shenavade 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 Shenavade
According to the 2011 Census, Shenavade village had a total population of 692 people, including 301 males and 391 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,299 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.93%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 56.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 692 | 301 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 215 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 86 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Shenavade
Shenavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masarang | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Kuchambe | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Rangav | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Kond Bhairav | East | 2.40 km |
| Tambedi | South | 3.25 km |
| Kutare | North | 3.99 km |
| Chikhali | West | 4.34 km |
| Nivali | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Anderi | South | 4.67 km |
| Kutgiri | East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shenavade
Shenavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Shenavade is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shenavade is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shenavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shenavade 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 Shenavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shenavade 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 Shenavade
Where is Shenavade located?
Shenavade village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shenavade?
The Gram Panchayat of Shenavade is Rangav.
What is the pincode of Shenavade?
The pincode of Shenavade is 415609.
What is the population of Shenavade?
Shenavade had a total population of 692, including 301 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Shenavade?
Shenavade had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shenavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shenavade was 66.93%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 56.91%.