Shewade - Sindkhede, Dhule
Shewade is a village situated in the Sindkhede tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sindkhede and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Shewade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shewade is 526226. The village covers a total geographical area of 2585 hectares and falls under the 425407 pincode. Dondaicha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shewade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shewade
According to the 2011 Census, Shewade village had a total population of 3,989 people, including 2,019 males and 1,970 females, living in 786 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 64.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,517.
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 | 3,989 | 2,019 | 1,970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 552 | 275 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,517 | 751 | 766 |
| Literate Population | 2,458 | 1,359 | 1,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 660 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Shewade
Shewade 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 Shewade
Shewade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dondaicha to Shewade is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Shewade is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shewade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shewade 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shewade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shewade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shewade
Where is Shewade located?
Shewade village is located in Sindkhede Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shewade?
Shewade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shewade?
The pincode of Shewade is 425407.
What is the population of Shewade?
Shewade had a total population of 3,989, including 2,019 males and 1,970 females.
How many households are there in Shewade?
Shewade had 786 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shewade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shewade was 71.52%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 64.91%.