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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shinde village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 877 males and 809 females, living in 283 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.22%, with male literacy at 95.16% and female literacy at 80.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Shinde?
Shinde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shinde?
The pincode of Shinde is 423117.
What is the population of Shinde?
Shinde had a total population of 1,686, including 877 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Shinde?
Shinde had 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shinde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shinde was 88.22%. Male literacy was 95.16% and female literacy was 80.86%.