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 Gram 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.
As per Census 2011, Shenit Kh. village has a total population of 1,254 people, consisting of 657 males and 597 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 840 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shenit Kh. are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Shenit Kh.?
The Gram 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. has a total population of 1,254, including 657 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Shenit Kh.?
There are 197 households in Shenit Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Shenit Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shenit Kh. is 66.99%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 59.30%.