Shigaon - Walwa, Sangli
Shigaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shigaon is 568399. The village covers a total geographical area of 960 hectares and falls under the 416302 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shigaon village had a total population of 6,844 people, including 3,457 males and 3,387 females, living in 1,457 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.36%, with male literacy at 90.95% and female literacy at 75.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 798, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shigaon
Shigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | North | 2.19 km |
| Bagani | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Dhavali | North | 3.38 km |
| Koregaon | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Latavade | South | 3.82 km |
| Bhadole | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Bhendavade | South | 3.94 km |
| Khochi | East | 4.20 km |
| Kakachiwadi | North | 4.94 km |
| Nagaon | North | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shigaon
Shigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hatkanagale, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Shigaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shigaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shigaon
Where is Shigaon located?
Shigaon village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shigaon?
Shigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shigaon?
The pincode of Shigaon is 416302.
What is the population of Shigaon?
Shigaon had a total population of 6,844, including 3,457 males and 3,387 females.
How many households are there in Shigaon?
Shigaon had 1,457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shigaon was 83.36%. Male literacy was 90.95% and female literacy was 75.72%.