Aurad Shahajani - Nilanga, Latur
Aurad Shahajani is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Aurad Shahajani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aurad Shahajani is 560812. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353.82 hectares and falls under the 413522 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Aurad Shahajani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aurad Shahajani
According to the 2011 Census, Aurad Shahajani village had a total population of 14,536 people, including 7,426 males and 7,110 females, living in 2,674 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.33%, with male literacy at 83.39% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,503, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 302.
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 | 14,536 | 7,426 | 7,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,748 | 919 | 829 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,503 | 1,281 | 1,222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 141 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 9,761 | 5,426 | 4,335 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,775 | 2,000 | 2,775 |
Nearby Villages of Aurad Shahajani
Aurad Shahajani 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 Aurad Shahajani
Aurad Shahajani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Aurad Shahajani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Aurad Shahajani 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 Aurad Shahajani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aurad Shahajani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aurad Shahajani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aurad Shahajani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aurad Shahajani
Where is Aurad Shahajani located?
Aurad Shahajani village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Aurad Shahajani?
Aurad Shahajani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aurad Shahajani?
The pincode of Aurad Shahajani is 413522.
What is the population of Aurad Shahajani?
Aurad Shahajani had a total population of 14,536, including 7,426 males and 7,110 females.
How many households are there in Aurad Shahajani?
Aurad Shahajani had 2,674 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aurad Shahajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurad Shahajani was 76.33%. Male literacy was 83.39% and female literacy was 69.02%.