Shingashi
Shingashi is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Shingashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shingashi unique in its vibrant Kalwan-Nashik region. You’ll see Shingashi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shingashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shingashi is 549819. The village spans a total geographical area of 690.75 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Shingashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shingashi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shingashi
Population of Shingashi
According to the 2011 Census, Shingashi has a total population of about 1,486, with approximately 727 males and 759 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,477. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.42%, with male literacy at about 59.56% and female literacy near 45.59%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shingashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 727 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 123 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,477 | 722 | 755 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 433 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 294 | 413 |
Connectivity of Shingashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shingashi. As per the 2011 stats, Shingashi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shingashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shingashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shingashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shingashi
- Where is Shingashi located?
- Shingashi village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shingashi?
- Shingashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shingashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shingashi is 1,486, with 727 males and 759 females.
- How many households are there in Shingashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shingashi village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shingashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shingashi is 52.42%. The male literacy rate is 59.56%, while the female literacy rate is 45.59%.