Shindad - Pachora, Jalgaon
Shindad is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Shindad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindad is 527983. The village covers a total geographical area of 2211.13 hectares and falls under the 424202 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shindad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shindad
As per Census 2011, Shindad village has a total population of 6,440 people, consisting of 3,329 males and 3,111 females. The village has 1,466 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 835 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,988 literate and 2,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 932 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shindad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,440 | 3,329 | 3,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 835 | 445 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 270 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 932 | 471 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 3,988 | 2,290 | 1,698 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,452 | 1,039 | 1,413 |
Nearby Villages of Shindad
Shindad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawakhedi Digar | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Gahule | South | 3.56 km |
| Wadi | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Vadgaon Kade | South | 4.33 km |
| Rajuri Kh. | North | 4.87 km |
| Satgaon | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Rajuri Bk. | North | 5.39 km |
| Shewale | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Bhoje | North-East | 5.72 km |
| Nimkheda | South-East | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindad
Shindad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachora Jn, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| 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 Pachora to Shindad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Shindad 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 Shindad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shindad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shindad
Where is Shindad located?
Shindad village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindad?
Shindad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shindad?
The pincode of Shindad is 424202.
What is the population of Shindad?
Shindad has a total population of 6,440, including 3,329 males and 3,111 females.
How many households are there in Shindad?
There are 1,466 households in Shindad.
What is the literacy rate in Shindad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindad is 61.93%. Male literacy is 68.79% and female literacy is 54.58%.