Shend
Shend is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Shend village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shend unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur region. You’ll see Shend’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shend
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shend is 560738. The village spans a total geographical area of 387.59 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Shend village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shend 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shend
Population of Shend
According to the 2011 Census, Shend has a total population of about 1,409, with approximately 719 males and 690 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 304 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.22%, with male literacy at about 72.04% and female literacy near 60.14%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shend's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 719 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 154 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 518 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 201 | 275 |
Connectivity of Shend
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shend. As per the 2011 stats, Shend 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 Shend
Knowing the nearby villages of Shend helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shend.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shend
- Where is Shend located?
- Shend village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shend?
- Shend serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shend as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shend is 1,409, with 719 males and 690 females.
- How many households are there in Shend as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shend village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shend as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shend is 66.22%. The male literacy rate is 72.04%, while the female literacy rate is 60.14%.