Shindol - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Shindol is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 58 km from Soegaon and around 150 km from Aurangabad. Shindol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindol is 548449. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.26 hectares and falls under the 431150 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shindol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shindol
As per Census 2011, Shindol village has a total population of 1,759 people, consisting of 929 males and 830 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shindol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,759 | 929 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 140 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 98 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 363 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 630 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 299 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Shindol
Shindol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadgaon (tigji) | South | 1.92 km |
| Nagardeola Sim. | West | 2.26 km |
| Uppalkheda Antur | East | 2.41 km |
| Pimpri Antur | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Nipane | West | 4.11 km |
| Hanumantkheda | East | 5.02 km |
| Mohalai | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Mohalai | South | 5.15 km |
| Nagardeola Bk. | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Nimkhedi | South | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shindol. The nearest railway station is Galan, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Shindol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Shindol is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shindol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shindol
Where is Shindol located?
Shindol village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindol?
Shindol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shindol?
The pincode of Shindol is 431150.
What is the population of Shindol?
Shindol has a total population of 1,759, including 929 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Shindol?
There are 350 households in Shindol.
What is the literacy rate in Shindol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindol is 61.97%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 55.42%.