Shambelli Village - Aurad, Bidar
Shambelli is a village situated in the Aurad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aurad and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Shambelli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shambelli is 600099. The village covers a total geographical area of 798.72 hectares and falls under the 585421 pincode. Aurad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shambelli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aurad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shambelli
As per Census 2011, Shambelli village has a total population of 1,861 people, consisting of 957 males and 904 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shambelli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,861 | 957 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 367 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 626 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 331 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Shambelli
Shambelli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeerga (k) | North | 1.75 km |
| Mustapur | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Belur (narayan-khed) | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Khasimpur Borgi | East | 2.56 km |
| Jeerga(b) | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Nandi Nagoor | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Ladha | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Jojna | North | 4.30 km |
| Alur (b) | South | 4.34 km |
| Chatnal | West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shambelli
Shambelli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khanapur Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.4 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 Aurad to Shambelli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Shambelli is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shambelli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shambelli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shambelli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shambelli 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 Shambelli
Where is Shambelli located?
Shambelli village is located in Aurad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shambelli?
Shambelli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shambelli?
The pincode of Shambelli is 585421.
What is the population of Shambelli?
Shambelli has a total population of 1,861, including 957 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Shambelli?
There are 334 households in Shambelli.
What is the literacy rate in Shambelli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shambelli is 56.05%. Male literacy is 65.41% and female literacy is 46.13%.