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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Aurad Shahajani village has a total population of 14,536 people, consisting of 7,426 males and 7,110 females. The village has 2,674 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,748 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,761 literate and 4,775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aurad Shahajani are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Aurad Shahajani?
Aurad Shahajani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aurad Shahajani?
The pincode of Aurad Shahajani is 413522.
What is the population of Aurad Shahajani?
Aurad Shahajani has a total population of 14,536, including 7,426 males and 7,110 females.
How many households are there in Aurad Shahajani?
There are 2,674 households in Aurad Shahajani.
What is the literacy rate in Aurad Shahajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aurad Shahajani is 67.15%. Male literacy is 73.07% and female literacy is 60.97%.