Shendur - Nippani, Belagavi
Shendur is a village situated in the Nippani taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 37 km from Chikodi and around 83 km from Belgaum. Shendur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shendur is 597140. The village covers a total geographical area of 1419.02 hectares and falls under the 591237 pincode. Nipani is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shendur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nippani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shendur
As per Census 2011, Shendur village has a total population of 2,708 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,339 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,739 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shendur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,708 | 1,369 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 129 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 45 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,739 | 1,033 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 336 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Shendur
Shendur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pangeri (b) | North | 2.38 km |
| Gondikuppi | East | 2.57 km |
| Jainyal | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Rashing | South | 3.14 km |
| Balikre | West | 3.29 km |
| Naganur K.s. | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Budulmukh | North | 4.37 km |
| Shirguppi | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Mugali | West | 4.48 km |
| Shippur | East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shendur
Shendur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valivade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nipani to Shendur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Shendur is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shendur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shendur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shendur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shendur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shendur
Where is Shendur located?
Shendur village is located in Nippani Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shendur?
Shendur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shendur?
The pincode of Shendur is 591237.
What is the population of Shendur?
Shendur has a total population of 2,708, including 1,369 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Shendur?
There are 649 households in Shendur.
What is the literacy rate in Shendur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shendur is 64.22%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 52.73%.