Sindur - Jat, Sangli
Sindur is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Sundur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindur is 568944. The village covers a total geographical area of 2173 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Sindur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sindur
As per Census 2011, Sindur village has a total population of 3,483 people, consisting of 1,827 males and 1,656 females. The village has 663 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,095 literate and 1,388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,483 | 1,827 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 238 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 177 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,095 | 1,272 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,388 | 555 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Sindur
Sindur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramateerth | East | 4.98 km |
| Basargi | North | 5.03 km |
| Adalatti | South | 5.45 km |
| Gugwad | North-West | 5.81 km |
| Kohalli | South-East | 5.99 km |
| Umarani | North-East | 6.25 km |
| Bedarahatti | South-West | 7.52 km |
| Balligeri | West | 7.57 km |
| Keskaradaddi | South-East | 8.92 km |
| Bilur | North | 9.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sindur
Sindur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agran Dhulgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.5 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Sindur is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Sindur is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sindur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sindur
Where is Sindur located?
Sindur village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindur is Sundur.
What is the pincode of Sindur?
The pincode of Sindur is 416404.
What is the population of Sindur?
Sindur has a total population of 3,483, including 1,827 males and 1,656 females.
How many households are there in Sindur?
There are 663 households in Sindur.
What is the literacy rate in Sindur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindur is 60.15%. Male literacy is 69.62% and female literacy is 49.70%.