Shendan - Hadgaon, Nanded
Shendan is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shendan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shendan is 544581. The village covers a total geographical area of 1140.36 hectares and falls under the 431713 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Shendan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shendan
As per Census 2011, Shendan village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 241 males and 220 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shendan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 241 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 230 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 199 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 42 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Shendan
Shendan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhala | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Malegaon | South | 3.00 km |
| Kondhur | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Sawargaon | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Krushnapur | East | 5.14 km |
| Chabhara (tanda) | West | 5.56 km |
| Taroda | North | 6.09 km |
| Pimprala | East | 6.15 km |
| Ekrala | East | 6.61 km |
| Choramba Bk | North-East | 7.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shendan
Shendan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tharban, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 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 Hadgoan to Shendan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shendan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shendan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shendan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shendan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shendan 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 Shendan
Where is Shendan located?
Shendan village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shendan?
Shendan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shendan?
The pincode of Shendan is 431713.
What is the population of Shendan?
Shendan has a total population of 461, including 241 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Shendan?
There are 101 households in Shendan.
What is the literacy rate in Shendan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shendan is 74.19%. Male literacy is 82.57% and female literacy is 65.00%.