Sambhajinagar - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Sambhajinagar is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Sangave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sambhajinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sambhajinagar is 566484. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.99 hectares and falls under the 416703 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sambhajinagar 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 Sambhajinagar
As per Census 2011, Sambhajinagar village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 201 males and 252 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,253 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sambhajinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 201 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 40 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Sambhajinagar
Sambhajinagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sambhajinagar
Sambhajinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sambhajinagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Sambhajinagar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Sambhajinagar is about 36 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 Sambhajinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sambhajinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sambhajinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sambhajinagar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sambhajinagar
Where is Sambhajinagar located?
Sambhajinagar village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sambhajinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sambhajinagar is Sangave.
What is the pincode of Sambhajinagar?
The pincode of Sambhajinagar is 416703.
What is the population of Sambhajinagar?
Sambhajinagar has a total population of 453, including 201 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sambhajinagar?
There are 122 households in Sambhajinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Sambhajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sambhajinagar is 70.42%. Male literacy is 80.10% and female literacy is 62.70%.