Shastrinagar - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Shastrinagar is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 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 Shastrinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shastrinagar is 566479. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.87 hectares and falls under the 416609 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shastrinagar village had a total population of 385 people, including 193 males and 192 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.80%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 82.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 385 | 193 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 163 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Shastrinagar
Shastrinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivajinagar | East | 1.71 km |
| Sangave | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Navanagar | East | 3.07 km |
| Nehru Nagar | East | 3.30 km |
| Subhash Nagar | East | 3.85 km |
| Gandhinagar | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Shivdav | South | 4.17 km |
| Karanje | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Nagave | West | 4.73 km |
| Bhiravande | North-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shastrinagar
Shastrinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shastrinagar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shastrinagar 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 Shastrinagar
Where is Shastrinagar located?
Shastrinagar village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shastrinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shastrinagar is Sangave.
What is the pincode of Shastrinagar?
The pincode of Shastrinagar is 416609.
What is the population of Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had a total population of 385, including 193 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shastrinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shastrinagar was 86.80%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 82.02%.