Shenda
Shenda is a village located in Sadak Arjuni tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sadak-arjuni (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Shenda village is also a gram panchayat.
Shenda has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 Shenda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shenda is 538137. The village spans a total geographical area of 349.99 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Shenda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shenda 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shenda
Population of Shenda
Below is a concise population overview of Shenda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,415 | 1,201 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 100 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 259 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,434 | 709 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 1,873 | 1,008 | 865 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 193 | 349 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shenda village:
- The total population of Shenda village is around 2,415, including approximately 1,201 males and 1,214 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Shenda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shenda village has 523 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,434 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shenda village is about 77.56%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 71.25%.
- There are around 510 households in Shenda village.
Connectivity of Shenda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shenda. As per the 2011 stats, Shenda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shenda
Knowing the nearby villages of Shenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shenda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shenda
- Where is Shenda located?
- Shenda village is situated in Sadak Arjuni Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shenda?
- Shenda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shenda is 2,415, with 1,201 males and 1,214 females.
- How many households are there in Shenda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shenda village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shenda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shenda is 77.56%. The male literacy rate is 83.93%, while the female literacy rate is 71.25%.