Shigaon
Shigaon is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Shigaon has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shigaon is 568399. The village spans a total geographical area of 960 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 412302. Ashta is nearest town to Shigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shigaon 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shigaon
Population of Shigaon
Below is a concise population overview of Shigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,844 | 3,457 | 3,387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 673 | 362 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 398 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 5,144 | 2,815 | 2,329 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,700 | 642 | 1,058 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shigaon village:
- The total population of Shigaon village is around 6,844, including approximately 3,457 males and 3,387 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 673 children aged 0–6 years in Shigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shigaon village has 798 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shigaon village is about 75.16%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 68.76%.
- There are around 1,457 households in Shigaon village.
Connectivity of Shigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shigaon
- Where is Shigaon located?
- Shigaon village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shigaon?
- Shigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shigaon?
- The pincode of Shigaon is 412302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shigaon is 6,844, with 3,457 males and 3,387 females.
- How many households are there in Shigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shigaon village has a total of 1,457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shigaon is 75.16%. The male literacy rate is 81.43%, while the female literacy rate is 68.76%.