Shevare - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Shevare is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shirgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shevare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shevare is 566292. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.15 hectares and falls under the 416610 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Shevare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shevare
According to the 2011 Census, Shevare village had a total population of 368 people, including 176 males and 192 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 76.19%.
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 | 368 | 176 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 134 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 42 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Shevare
Shevare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhoptewadi | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Nimatwadi | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Ombal | East | 2.46 km |
| Gadhitamhane | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Valivande | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Shirgaon | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Nad | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Mahalunge | North | 4.44 km |
| Hadpid | East | 5.83 km |
| Salashi | South | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shevare
Shevare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Shevare is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shevare is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shevare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shevare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shevare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shevare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shevare
Where is Shevare located?
Shevare village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shevare?
The Gram Panchayat of Shevare is Shirgaon.
What is the pincode of Shevare?
The pincode of Shevare is 416610.
What is the population of Shevare?
Shevare had a total population of 368, including 176 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Shevare?
Shevare had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shevare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shevare was 82.39%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 76.19%.