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.
Shamgaon has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shamgaon 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shamgaon village:
- The total population of Shamgaon village is around 2,777, including approximately 1,401 males and 1,376 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Shamgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shamgaon village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shamgaon village is about 78.07%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 73.84%.
- There are around 651 households in Shamgaon village.
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%.