Shamgaon
Shamgaon is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Shamgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shamgaon unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Shamgaon’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 Shamgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamgaon is 564540. The village spans a total geographical area of 1834.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415106. Karad is nearest town to Shamgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shamgaon 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 Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shamgaon
Population of Shamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shamgaon has a total population of about 2,777, with approximately 1,401 males and 1,376 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 248 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 198 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.07%, with male literacy at about 82.23% and female literacy near 73.84%. There are around 651 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,777 | 1,401 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 143 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,168 | 1,152 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 249 | 360 |
Connectivity of Shamgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shamgaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamgaon
- Where is Shamgaon located?
- Shamgaon village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamgaon?
- Shamgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shamgaon?
- The pincode of Shamgaon is 415106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamgaon is 2,777, with 1,401 males and 1,376 females.
- How many households are there in Shamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamgaon village has a total of 651 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamgaon is 78.07%. The male literacy rate is 82.23%, while the female literacy rate is 73.84%.