Shivani - Kadegaon, Sangli
Shivani is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shivani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivani is 568496. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125.23 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shivani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivani
As per Census 2011, Shivani village has a total population of 2,985 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,484 females. The village has 654 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,291 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,985 | 1,501 | 1,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 159 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,231 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 270 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Shivani
Shivani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yewalewadi | North | 2.69 km |
| Hanmant Vadiye | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Amrapur | North | 4.21 km |
| Wadiyeraybag | East | 4.32 km |
| Shelakbav | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Wangi | South | 4.79 km |
| Kadepur | West | 5.13 km |
| Ambegaon | East | 5.87 km |
| Chikhali | North-West | 5.96 km |
| Kherade Vita | North | 7.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivani
Public transport in the Shivani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Shivani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shivani is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivani
Where is Shivani located?
Shivani village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivani?
Shivani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivani?
The pincode of Shivani is 415305.
What is the population of Shivani?
Shivani has a total population of 2,985, including 1,501 males and 1,484 females.
How many households are there in Shivani?
There are 654 households in Shivani.
What is the literacy rate in Shivani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivani is 76.75%. Male literacy is 82.01% and female literacy is 71.43%.