Shindkhed

Shindkhed is a village located in Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Barshitakli (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Shindkhed village is also a gram panchayat.

Shindkhed has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shindkhed

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shindkhed is 530431. The village spans a total geographical area of 1146 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Shindkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shindkhed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shindkhed

Below is a concise population overview of Shindkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,239 1,675 1,564
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 347 181 166
Scheduled Castes (SC) 843 433 410
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 126 61 65
Literate Population 2,548 1,412 1,136
Illiterate Population 691 263 428

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shindkhed village:

  • The total population of Shindkhed village is around 3,239, including approximately 1,675 males and 1,564 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 347 children aged 0–6 years in Shindkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shindkhed village has 843 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shindkhed village is about 78.67%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 72.63%.
  • There are around 770 households in Shindkhed village.

Connectivity of Shindkhed

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shindkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Shindkhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shindkhed

Knowing the nearby villages of Shindkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shindkhed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shindkhed

Where is Shindkhed located?
Shindkhed village is situated in Barshitakli Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindkhed?
Shindkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shindkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shindkhed is 3,239, with 1,675 males and 1,564 females.
How many households are there in Shindkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shindkhed village has a total of 770 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shindkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shindkhed is 78.67%. The male literacy rate is 84.30%, while the female literacy rate is 72.63%.