Shindwad
Shindwad is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Shindwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Shindwad has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shindwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shindwad is 550635. The village spans a total geographical area of 1147 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Shindwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shindwad village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Shindwad
Population of Shindwad
Below is a concise population overview of Shindwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,506 | 1,296 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 185 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 715 | 364 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 1,007 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 289 | 422 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shindwad village:
- The total population of Shindwad village is around 2,506, including approximately 1,296 males and 1,210 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Shindwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shindwad village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 715 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shindwad village is about 71.63%, with male literacy at 77.70% and female literacy at 65.12%.
- There are around 455 households in Shindwad village.
Connectivity of Shindwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shindwad. As per the 2011 stats, Shindwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shindwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shindwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shindwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shindwad
- Where is Shindwad located?
- Shindwad village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shindwad?
- Shindwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shindwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shindwad is 2,506, with 1,296 males and 1,210 females.
- How many households are there in Shindwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shindwad village has a total of 455 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shindwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shindwad is 71.63%. The male literacy rate is 77.70%, while the female literacy rate is 65.12%.