Shivajinagar - Shahapur, Thane
Shivajinagar is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kinhavali serves as the Village Panchayat for Shivajinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivajinagar is 552854. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 57 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 Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivajinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shivajinagar village had a total population of 609 people, including 327 males and 282 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.42%, with male literacy at 93.60% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 327 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 278 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 49 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhakari | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Sheel | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Kinhavali | North | 1.76 km |
| Vachkole | East | 2.12 km |
| Bhadane | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Babhale | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Borgaon | South | 3.11 km |
| Shirvanje | East | 3.32 km |
| Gegaon | West | 3.69 km |
| Chikhalgaon | North-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivajinagar
Shivajinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Asangaon, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Shivajinagar is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shivajinagar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivajinagar
Where is Shivajinagar located?
Shivajinagar village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar?
The Village Panchayat of Shivajinagar is Kinhavali.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar?
The pincode of Shivajinagar is 421403.
What is the population of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar had a total population of 609, including 327 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar was 83.42%. Male literacy was 93.60% and female literacy was 71.43%.