Shendyewadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Shendyewadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Tamhane serves as the Village Panchayat for Shendyewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shendyewadi is 566220. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.05 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Shendyewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shendyewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shendyewadi village had a total population of 421 people, including 180 males and 241 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,339 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.75%, with male literacy at 74.21% and female literacy at 62.86%.
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 | 421 | 180 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 118 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 62 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Shendyewadi
Shendyewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shendyewadi
Shendyewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shendyewadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajapur to Shendyewadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Shendyewadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shendyewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shendyewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shendyewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shendyewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shendyewadi
Where is Shendyewadi located?
Shendyewadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shendyewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Shendyewadi is Tamhane.
What is the pincode of Shendyewadi?
The pincode of Shendyewadi is 416702.
What is the population of Shendyewadi?
Shendyewadi had a total population of 421, including 180 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Shendyewadi?
Shendyewadi had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shendyewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shendyewadi was 67.75%. Male literacy was 74.21% and female literacy was 62.86%.