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.
Here you can discover what makes Shigaon unique in its vibrant Walwa-Sangli region. You’ll see Shigaon’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shigaon has a total population of about 6,844, with approximately 3,457 males and 3,387 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 673 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 798 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.16%, with male literacy at about 81.43% and female literacy near 68.76%. There are around 1,457 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.