Shindewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Shindewadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shindewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindewadi is 568254. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 415402 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Shindewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shindewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shindewadi village had a total population of 360 people, including 162 males and 198 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 90.34% and female literacy at 58.60%.
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 | 360 | 162 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 131 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 31 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Shindewadi
Shindewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusaiwadi | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Mangrul | South | 1.86 km |
| Dhaswadi | West | 2.41 km |
| Wakurde Kh | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Bilashi | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Antri Kh | East | 3.47 km |
| Malewadi | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Khirawade | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Chincholi | West | 4.01 km |
| Rile | South-East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindewadi
Shindewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Uran Islampur to Shindewadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shindewadi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shindewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shindewadi
Where is Shindewadi located?
Shindewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shindewadi?
Shindewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shindewadi?
The pincode of Shindewadi is 415402.
What is the population of Shindewadi?
Shindewadi had a total population of 360, including 162 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Shindewadi?
Shindewadi had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shindewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindewadi was 72.51%. Male literacy was 90.34% and female literacy was 58.60%.