Shivapur - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Shivapur is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shivapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapur is 566764. The village covers a total geographical area of 2142 hectares and falls under the 416519 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Shivapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivapur
As per Census 2011, Shivapur village has a total population of 1,055 people, consisting of 523 males and 532 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 781 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 523 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 446 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 77 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapur
Shivapur 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 Shivapur
Public transport in the Shivapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sawantwadi to Shivapur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Shivapur is about 35 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 Shivapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivapur
Where is Shivapur located?
Shivapur village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivapur?
Shivapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivapur?
The pincode of Shivapur is 416519.
What is the population of Shivapur?
Shivapur has a total population of 1,055, including 523 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Shivapur?
There are 294 households in Shivapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapur is 74.03%. Male literacy is 85.28% and female literacy is 62.97%.