Shahane - Shahade, Nandurbar
Shahane is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Shahane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahane is 525536. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.37 hectares and falls under the 425444 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shahane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahane
As per Census 2011, Shahane village has a total population of 3,422 people, consisting of 1,700 males and 1,722 females. The village has 633 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 621 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,556 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,231 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,422 | 1,700 | 1,722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 315 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,231 | 1,606 | 1,625 |
| Literate Population | 1,556 | 893 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 807 | 1,059 |
Nearby Villages of Shahane
Shahane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Langadibhavani | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Malgaon | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Malkatar | North-East | 6.20 km |
| Bhulane | West | 6.63 km |
| Malkatar | North-East | 6.63 km |
| Gadhaddeo | North-East | 6.79 km |
| Matrala | North | 6.82 km |
| Harnya | North-East | 7.37 km |
| Katghar | South | 7.61 km |
| Nihalamba | North-East | 8.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahane
Shahane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dondaicha, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 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 Shahade to Shahane is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Shahane is about 65 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 Shahane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shahane
Where is Shahane located?
Shahane village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahane?
Shahane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahane?
The pincode of Shahane is 425444.
What is the population of Shahane?
Shahane has a total population of 3,422, including 1,700 males and 1,722 females.
How many households are there in Shahane?
There are 633 households in Shahane.
What is the literacy rate in Shahane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahane is 45.47%. Male literacy is 52.53% and female literacy is 38.50%.