Shinganapur - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Shinganapur is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Kopargaon and around 100 km from Ahmadnagar. Shinganapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shinganapur is 557515. The village covers a total geographical area of 1770 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shinganapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shinganapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shinganapur village had a total population of 9,362 people, including 4,792 males and 4,570 females, living in 1,959 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.06%, with male literacy at 89.77% and female literacy at 78.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,260, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 620.
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 | 9,362 | 4,792 | 4,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,226 | 637 | 589 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,260 | 642 | 618 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 310 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 6,839 | 3,730 | 3,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,523 | 1,062 | 1,461 |
Nearby Villages of Shinganapur
Shinganapur 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 Shinganapur
Shinganapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Shinganapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kopargaon to Shinganapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Shinganapur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shinganapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shinganapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shinganapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shinganapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shinganapur
Where is Shinganapur located?
Shinganapur village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shinganapur?
Shinganapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shinganapur?
The pincode of Shinganapur is 423603.
What is the population of Shinganapur?
Shinganapur had a total population of 9,362, including 4,792 males and 4,570 females.
How many households are there in Shinganapur?
Shinganapur had 1,959 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shinganapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shinganapur was 84.06%. Male literacy was 89.77% and female literacy was 78.10%.