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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Shivajinagar village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 327 males and 282 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivajinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 327 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Shivajinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivajinagar is Kinhavali.
What is the pincode of Shivajinagar?
The pincode of Shivajinagar is 421403.
What is the population of Shivajinagar?
Shivajinagar has a total population of 609, including 327 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Shivajinagar?
There are 129 households in Shivajinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shivajinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivajinagar is 75.21%. Male literacy is 85.02% and female literacy is 63.83%.