Shendvan - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Shendvan is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shendvan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shendvan is 525106. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.66 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shendvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shendvan
As per Census 2011, Shendvan village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 355 males and 336 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 672 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shendvan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 355 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 672 | 346 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 228 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 127 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Shendvan
Shendvan 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 Shendvan
Shendvan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Shendvan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Shendvan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shendvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shendvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shendvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shendvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shendvan
Where is Shendvan located?
Shendvan village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shendvan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shendvan is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Shendvan?
The pincode of Shendvan is 425419.
What is the population of Shendvan?
Shendvan has a total population of 691, including 355 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Shendvan?
There are 172 households in Shendvan.
What is the literacy rate in Shendvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shendvan is 56.01%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 47.32%.