Shinal - Athni, Belagavi
Shinal is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from Athani and around 149 km from Belgaum. Tangadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shinal is 597302. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.16 hectares and falls under the 591303 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shinal
As per Census 2011, Shinal village has a total population of 1,251 people, consisting of 638 males and 613 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 857 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 638 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 495 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 143 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Shinal
Shinal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tangadi | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Hulagabali | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Katral | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Muragundi | North | 4.64 km |
| Banajawad | South-West | 5.46 km |
| Teerth | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Nadi-ingalgaon | South | 6.57 km |
| Devaradderahatti | North-East | 6.90 km |
| Mole | West | 7.22 km |
| Koulgudd | North-West | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shinal
Shinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudachi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 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 Athani to Shinal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Shinal is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shinal
Where is Shinal located?
Shinal village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shinal is Tangadi.
What is the pincode of Shinal?
The pincode of Shinal is 591303.
What is the population of Shinal?
Shinal has a total population of 1,251, including 638 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Shinal?
There are 242 households in Shinal.
What is the literacy rate in Shinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shinal is 68.51%. Male literacy is 77.59% and female literacy is 59.05%.