Shindewadi

Shindewadi is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shindewadi village is also a gram panchayat.

Shindewadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Shindewadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shindewadi is 567996. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Shindewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shindewadi 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 Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shindewadi

Below is a concise population overview of Shindewadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 641 299 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 29 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 2 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 454 231 223
Illiterate Population 187 68 119

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shindewadi village:

  • The total population of Shindewadi village is around 641, including approximately 299 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 1143 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Shindewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shindewadi village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shindewadi village is about 70.83%, with male literacy at 77.26% and female literacy at 65.20%.
  • There are around 144 households in Shindewadi village.

Connectivity of Shindewadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shindewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Shindewadi 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 Shindewadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Shindewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shindewadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shindewadi

Where is Shindewadi located?
Shindewadi village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindewadi?
Shindewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shindewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shindewadi is 641, with 299 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Shindewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shindewadi village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shindewadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shindewadi is 70.83%. The male literacy rate is 77.26%, while the female literacy rate is 65.20%.