Shindgaon - Mawal, Pune
Shindgaon is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ambegaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Shindgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindgaon is 555984. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.07 hectares and falls under the 410506 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shindgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shindgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shindgaon village had a total population of 160 people, including 82 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.49%, with male literacy at 71.23% and female literacy at 56.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 30 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Shindgaon
Shindgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pale Pawan Mawal | West | 1.83 km |
| Shevati | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Pansoli | South | 2.35 km |
| Kale | East | 2.38 km |
| Kolechafesar | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Malewadi | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Majgaon | South | 3.37 km |
| Mahagaon | East | 3.38 km |
| Dudhivare | North | 3.55 km |
| Brahmanoli | South-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindgaon
Public transport in the Shindgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malavli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonavala to Shindgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Shindgaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shindgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindgaon 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 Shindgaon
Where is Shindgaon located?
Shindgaon village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shindgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Shindgaon is Ambegaon.
What is the pincode of Shindgaon?
The pincode of Shindgaon is 410506.
What is the population of Shindgaon?
Shindgaon had a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Shindgaon?
Shindgaon had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shindgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindgaon was 64.49%. Male literacy was 71.23% and female literacy was 56.92%.