Shivajinagar - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar is 566483. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.91 hectares and falls under the 416602 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar
As per Census 2011, Shivajinagar village has a total population of 1,179 people, consisting of 578 males and 601 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 950 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivajinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,179 | 578 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 491 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 87 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navanagar | East | 1.39 km |
| Shastrinagar | West | 1.71 km |
| Nehru Nagar | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Sangave | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Subhash Nagar | East | 2.14 km |
| Gandhinagar | North | 3.04 km |
| Bhiravande | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Rameshwarnagar | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Shivdav | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Karanje | North-West | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Shivajinagar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shivajinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivajinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivajinagar
Where is Shivajinagar located?
Shivajinagar village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivajinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivajinagar is Sangave.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar?
The pincode of Shivajinagar is 416602.
What is the population of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar has a total population of 1,179, including 578 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar?
There are 307 households in Shivajinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar is 80.58%. Male literacy is 84.95% and female literacy is 76.37%.