Shastrinagar - Sinnar, Nashik
Shastrinagar is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shastrinagar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shastrinagar is 551163. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shastrinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shastrinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shastrinagar village had a total population of 1,629 people, including 858 males and 771 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.06%, with male literacy at 94.80% and female literacy at 80.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 1,629 | 858 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 711 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 147 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Shastrinagar
Shastrinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harsule | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Wadgaon Sinnar | South | 2.10 km |
| Bhatwadi | East | 2.35 km |
| Saradwadi | North | 2.89 km |
| Atkawade | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Paste | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Sonari | South | 4.44 km |
| Khaparale | West | 4.98 km |
| Manegaon | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Chandrapur | West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shastrinagar
Shastrinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devlali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sinnar to Shastrinagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shastrinagar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shastrinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shastrinagar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shastrinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shastrinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shastrinagar
Where is Shastrinagar located?
Shastrinagar village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shastrinagar?
The pincode of Shastrinagar is 422103.
What is the population of Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had a total population of 1,629, including 858 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Shastrinagar?
Shastrinagar had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shastrinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shastrinagar was 88.06%. Male literacy was 94.80% and female literacy was 80.48%.