Shindewadgaon - Ghansawangi, Jalna
Shindewadgaon is a village situated in the Ghansawangi tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansawangi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Shinde Wadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shindewadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindewadgaon is 547909. The village covers a total geographical area of 794.67 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shindewadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shindewadgaon
As per Census 2011, Shindewadgaon village has a total population of 2,307 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,099 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shindewadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,208 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 204 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 821 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 387 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Shindewadgaon
Shindewadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panewadi | North | 2.54 km |
| Guru Pimpari | South | 2.68 km |
| Awalgaon Bk. | East | 2.78 km |
| Awalgaon Kh. | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Sarapgavhan | East | 4.38 km |
| Mangu Jalgaon | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Shevgal | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Maherjavala | East | 5.31 km |
| Devdi Hadgaon | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Antarwalidai | North | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindewadgaon
Shindewadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranjani, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 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 Ambad to Shindewadgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Shindewadgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindewadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindewadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shindewadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindewadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shindewadgaon
Where is Shindewadgaon located?
Shindewadgaon village is located in Ghansawangi Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindewadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shindewadgaon is Shinde Wadgaon.
What is the pincode of Shindewadgaon?
The pincode of Shindewadgaon is 431204.
What is the population of Shindewadgaon?
Shindewadgaon has a total population of 2,307, including 1,208 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Shindewadgaon?
There are 430 households in Shindewadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shindewadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindewadgaon is 60.08%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 51.41%.