Shinde - Junnar, Pune
Shinde is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Shinde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shinde is 555332. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shinde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shinde
According to the 2011 Census, Shinde village had a total population of 505 people, including 267 males and 238 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 97.02% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 505 | 267 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 228 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 39 | 71 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uchhil | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Ingaloon | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sonawale | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Shiroli Tarf Kukadneher | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Amboli | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Pimparwadi | South | 3.45 km |
| Pur | North | 3.54 km |
| Bhivade Bk. | West | 3.54 km |
| Ambe | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Ghangaldare | South-East | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shinde
Shinde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shelu, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 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 Junnar to Shinde is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Shinde is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shinde
Where is Shinde located?
Shinde village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune 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 410502.
What is the population of Shinde?
Shinde had a total population of 505, including 267 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Shinde?
Shinde had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shinde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shinde was 87.78%. Male literacy was 97.02% and female literacy was 77.67%.