Shastabad - Shirur, Pune
Shastabad is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chincholi Morachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shastabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shastabad is 555588. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.39 hectares and falls under the 412218 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shastabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shastabad
As per Census 2011, Shastabad village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 202 males and 201 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shastabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 202 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 163 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 39 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Shastabad
Shastabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhewadi | East | 2.23 km |
| Chincholi | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Kanhur Mesai | West | 3.26 km |
| Malthan | East | 4.38 km |
| Warude | South | 4.51 km |
| Midgulwadi | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Shingadwadi | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Munjalwadi | North | 5.21 km |
| Khairewadi | South-West | 5.40 km |
| Waghale | South-East | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shastabad
Shastabad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 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 Shirur to Shastabad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Shastabad is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shastabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shastabad 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shastabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shastabad 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 Shastabad
Where is Shastabad located?
Shastabad village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shastabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Shastabad is Chincholi Morachi.
What is the pincode of Shastabad?
The pincode of Shastabad is 412218.
What is the population of Shastabad?
Shastabad has a total population of 403, including 202 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Shastabad?
There are 92 households in Shastabad.
What is the literacy rate in Shastabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shastabad is 70.72%. Male literacy is 80.69% and female literacy is 60.70%.