Shivajipeth - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Shivajipeth is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kharepatan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivajipeth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajipeth is 566393. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 416703 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shivajipeth 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 Shivajipeth
As per Census 2011, Shivajipeth village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 189 males and 182 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivajipeth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 189 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajipeth
Shivajipeth 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 Shivajipeth
Shivajipeth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajapur to Shivajipeth is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shivajipeth is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivajipeth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivajipeth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivajipeth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivajipeth 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shivajipeth
Where is Shivajipeth located?
Shivajipeth village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivajipeth?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivajipeth is Kharepatan.
What is the pincode of Shivajipeth?
The pincode of Shivajipeth is 416703.
What is the population of Shivajipeth?
Shivajipeth has a total population of 371, including 189 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Shivajipeth?
There are 87 households in Shivajipeth.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajipeth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajipeth is 87.60%. Male literacy is 87.83% and female literacy is 87.36%.