Shidavne - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Shidavne is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shidavne village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shidavne is 566403. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.27 hectares and falls under the 416801 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shidavne 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 Shidavne
As per Census 2011, Shidavne village has a total population of 1,457 people, consisting of 682 males and 775 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 960 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shidavne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,457 | 682 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 960 | 504 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 178 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Shidavne
Shidavne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadhavade | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Wargaon | West | 3.14 km |
| Saliste | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Sherpe | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Kurangavne | North | 4.26 km |
| Sardarwadi | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Audumbarnagar | South | 4.99 km |
| Napane | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Nadgive | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Bandhawadi | East | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shidavne
Shidavne is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shidavne is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shidavne is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shidavne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shidavne village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shidavne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shidavne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shidavne
Where is Shidavne located?
Shidavne village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shidavne?
Shidavne is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shidavne?
The pincode of Shidavne is 416801.
What is the population of Shidavne?
Shidavne has a total population of 1,457, including 682 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Shidavne?
There are 360 households in Shidavne.
What is the literacy rate in Shidavne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shidavne is 65.89%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 58.84%.