Inshi - Kalwan, Nashik
Inshi is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nalid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Inshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Inshi is 549855. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.72 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Inshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Inshi
As per Census 2011, Inshi village has a total population of 1,315 people, consisting of 660 males and 655 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Inshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,315 | 660 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 102 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,302 | 654 | 648 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 406 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 254 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Inshi
Inshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivbhandane | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Jamle Pale | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Nalid | North | 2.86 km |
| Balapur | South | 3.03 km |
| Dharde Digar | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Ravalji | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Desrane | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Dhekale | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Golakhal | West | 4.57 km |
| Wadi Bk. | South-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Inshi
Inshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 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 Satana to Inshi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Inshi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Inshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Inshi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Inshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Inshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Inshi
Where is Inshi located?
Inshi village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Inshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Inshi is Nalid.
What is the pincode of Inshi?
The pincode of Inshi is 423501.
What is the population of Inshi?
Inshi has a total population of 1,315, including 660 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Inshi?
There are 255 households in Inshi.
What is the literacy rate in Inshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Inshi is 52.70%. Male literacy is 61.52% and female literacy is 43.82%.