Shivdav - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Shivdav is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shivdav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivdav is 566485. The village covers a total geographical area of 2038.68 hectares and falls under the 416620 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shivdav 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 Shivdav
As per Census 2011, Shivdav village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 997 males and 1,081 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,586 literate and 492 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivdav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 997 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 133 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,586 | 835 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 162 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Shivdav
Shivdav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ulhasnagar | South | 3.54 km |
| Pimpaleshwar Nagar | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Upanagar | South | 3.93 km |
| Shiraval | West | 4.09 km |
| Shastrinagar | North | 4.17 km |
| Lingeshwar Nagar | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Rajnagar | South | 4.63 km |
| Shivajinagar | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Dariste | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Navanagar | North-East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivdav
Public transport in the Shivdav 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 55.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Shivdav is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shivdav 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 Shivdav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivdav 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 Shivdav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivdav 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 Shivdav
Where is Shivdav located?
Shivdav village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivdav?
Shivdav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivdav?
The pincode of Shivdav is 416620.
What is the population of Shivdav?
Shivdav has a total population of 2,078, including 997 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Shivdav?
There are 561 households in Shivdav.
What is the literacy rate in Shivdav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivdav is 76.32%. Male literacy is 83.75% and female literacy is 69.47%.