Shivthar - Satara
Shivthar is a village situated in the Satara tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Satara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shivthar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivthar is 563777. The village covers a total geographical area of 836 hectares and falls under the 415011 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shivthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivthar
As per Census 2011, Shivthar village has a total population of 4,107 people, consisting of 2,105 males and 2,002 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,468 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivthar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,107 | 2,105 | 2,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 196 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 212 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,468 | 1,843 | 1,625 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 262 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Shivthar
Shivthar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arphal | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Revdi | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Vangal | West | 3.18 km |
| Vaduth | South | 3.26 km |
| Nhalewadi | North | 3.65 km |
| Malgaon | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Bhaktawadi | East | 3.75 km |
| Paratwadi | East | 3.82 km |
| Renavale | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Basappachiwadi | South-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivthar
Shivthar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Shivthar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivthar 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 Shivthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivthar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivthar
Where is Shivthar located?
Shivthar village is located in Satara Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivthar?
Shivthar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivthar?
The pincode of Shivthar is 415011.
What is the population of Shivthar?
Shivthar has a total population of 4,107, including 2,105 males and 2,002 females.
How many households are there in Shivthar?
There are 854 households in Shivthar.
What is the literacy rate in Shivthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivthar is 84.44%. Male literacy is 87.55% and female literacy is 81.17%.