Shindola - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Shindola is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bhekavali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shindola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindola is 562966. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.4 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shindola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shindola
As per Census 2011, Shindola village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 173 males and 174 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shindola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 173 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 121 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 52 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Shindola
Shindola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhekavali | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Navali | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Malusar | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Yerne Bk | South | 2.14 km |
| Metgutad | North | 2.83 km |
| Dhangarwadi | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Bondarwadi | East | 3.65 km |
| Tekavali | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Machutar | East | 3.68 km |
| Yerne Kh | South | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shindola. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahabaleshwar to Shindola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shindola is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shindola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindola 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 Shindola
Where is Shindola located?
Shindola village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindola?
The Gram Panchayat of Shindola is Bhekavali.
What is the pincode of Shindola?
The pincode of Shindola is 412806.
What is the population of Shindola?
Shindola has a total population of 347, including 173 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Shindola?
There are 69 households in Shindola.
What is the literacy rate in Shindola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindola is 63.40%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 56.90%.