Shivajinagar - Bhiwandi, Thane
Shivajinagar is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Joo-nandurkhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivajinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar is 552478. The village falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivajinagar
As per Census 2011, Shivajinagar village has a total population of 2,690 people, consisting of 1,386 males and 1,304 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,321 literate and 1,369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivajinagar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar 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 Shivajinagar
Public transport in the Shivajinagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shivajinagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Shivajinagar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shivajinagar is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivajinagar
Where is Shivajinagar located?
Shivajinagar village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivajinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivajinagar is Joo-nandurkhi.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar?
The pincode of Shivajinagar is 421302.
What is the population of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar has a total population of 2,690, including 1,386 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar?
There are 536 households in Shivajinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar is 49.11%. Male literacy is 55.63% and female literacy is 42.18%.