Shenit Kh. - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Shenit Kh. is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Akola and around 160 km from Ahmadnagar. Shenit serves as the Village Panchayat for Shenit Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shenit Kh. is 557131. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.74 hectares and falls under the 422601 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Shenit Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shenit Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Shenit Kh. village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 657 males and 597 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 65.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,173.
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 | 1,254 | 657 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 84 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,173 | 618 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 840 | 486 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 171 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Shenit Kh.
Shenit Kh. is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shenit Kh.
Public transport in the Shenit Kh. is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sangamner to Shenit Kh. is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Shenit Kh. is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shenit Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shenit Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shenit Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shenit Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shenit Kh.
Where is Shenit Kh. located?
Shenit Kh. village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shenit Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Shenit Kh. is Shenit.
What is the pincode of Shenit Kh.?
The pincode of Shenit Kh. is 422601.
What is the population of Shenit Kh.?
Shenit Kh. had a total population of 1,254, including 657 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Shenit Kh.?
Shenit Kh. had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shenit Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shenit Kh. was 75.61%. Male literacy was 84.82% and female literacy was 65.80%.