Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Joo Nandurkhi is the gram panchayat of Shivajinagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shivajinagar unique in its vibrant Bhiwandi-Thane region. You’ll see Shivajinagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shivajinagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shivajinagar is 552478. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Shivajinagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shivajinagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shivajinagar
Population of Shivajinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar has a total population of about 2,690, with approximately 1,386 males and 1,304 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 461 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,374. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.11%, with male literacy at about 55.63% and female literacy near 42.18%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shivajinagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,690 | 1,386 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 237 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,374 | 674 | 700 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 771 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,369 | 615 | 754 |
Connectivity of Shivajinagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shivajinagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shivajinagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shivajinagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shivajinagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shivajinagar
- Where is Shivajinagar located?
- Shivajinagar village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shivajinagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shivajinagar is Joo Nandurkhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shivajinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shivajinagar is 2,690, with 1,386 males and 1,304 females.
- How many households are there in Shivajinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shivajinagar is 49.11%. The male literacy rate is 55.63%, while the female literacy rate is 42.18%.