Shindewadi - Karad, Satara
Shindewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kolewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shindewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindewadi is 564593. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.73 hectares and falls under the 415103 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shindewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shindewadi village had a total population of 594 people, including 290 males and 304 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 80.23% and female literacy at 66.19%.
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 | 594 | 290 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 207 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 83 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Shindewadi
Shindewadi 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 Shindewadi
Shindewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karad to Shindewadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shindewadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shindewadi
Where is Shindewadi located?
Shindewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shindewadi is Kolewadi.
What is the pincode of Shindewadi?
The pincode of Shindewadi is 415103.
What is the population of Shindewadi?
Shindewadi had a total population of 594, including 290 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Shindewadi?
Shindewadi had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shindewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindewadi was 72.91%. Male literacy was 80.23% and female literacy was 66.19%.