Shend - Murtijapur, Akola
Shend is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kaoula Jha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shend village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shend is 530317. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.9 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shend village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shend
As per Census 2011, Shend village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 255 males and 231 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shend are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 255 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 192 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 63 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Shend
Shend 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikhatkhed | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Kinhi | North | 2.56 km |
| Dhotra Shinde | East | 2.74 km |
| Kawhala | West | 3.05 km |
| Sheni | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Ghonga | South | 3.27 km |
| Kanadi | South | 3.35 km |
| Kamal Khed | East | 3.69 km |
| Fani | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Dudhalam | North-West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shend
Public transport in the Shend is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Katepurna, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Murtijapur to Shend is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Shend is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shend
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shend village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shend
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shend village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shend
Where is Shend located?
Shend village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shend?
The Gram Panchayat of Shend is Kaoula Jha.
What is the pincode of Shend?
The pincode of Shend is 444110.
What is the population of Shend?
Shend has a total population of 486, including 255 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Shend?
There are 117 households in Shend.
What is the literacy rate in Shend?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shend is 72.84%. Male literacy is 75.29% and female literacy is 70.13%.