Shinde - Chandvad, Nashik
Shinde is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shinde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shinde is 550425. The village covers a total geographical area of 934 hectares and falls under the 423117 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shinde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shinde
As per Census 2011, Shinde village has a total population of 1,686 people, consisting of 877 males and 809 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,310 literate and 376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shinde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 877 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 113 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 727 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 150 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Shinde
Shinde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhayale | West | 2.50 km |
| Bhutyane | East | 2.79 km |
| Kanmandale | North | 3.65 km |
| Puri | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Malsane | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Vadalibhoi | South | 4.39 km |
| Dhodambe | West | 4.48 km |
| Shelu | East | 4.98 km |
| Goharan | West | 5.34 km |
| Sogras | East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shinde
Shinde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 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 Nashik to Shinde is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shinde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shinde 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shinde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shinde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shinde
Where is Shinde located?
Shinde village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shinde?
Shinde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shinde?
The pincode of Shinde is 423117.
What is the population of Shinde?
Shinde has a total population of 1,686, including 877 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Shinde?
There are 283 households in Shinde.
What is the literacy rate in Shinde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shinde is 77.70%. Male literacy is 82.90% and female literacy is 72.06%.