Hingani - Man, Satara
Hingani is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Hingani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingani is 563451. The village covers a total geographical area of 2977 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hingani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hingani
As per Census 2011, Hingani village has a total population of 3,101 people, consisting of 1,619 males and 1,482 females. The village has 563 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,972 literate and 1,129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 641 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hingani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,101 | 1,619 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 214 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 347 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,142 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 477 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Hingani
Hingani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajewadi | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Devapur | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Dhuldev | North | 6.18 km |
| Palsavade | South | 6.55 km |
| Lingiware | South | 6.88 km |
| Itaki | East | 7.56 km |
| Shirtav | South-West | 8.27 km |
| Sulewadi | North-East | 8.69 km |
| Bacheri | East | 8.90 km |
| Pujarwadi | South-East | 9.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingani
Public transport in the Hingani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 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 Mhaswad to Hingani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Hingani is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingani 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 Hingani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hingani
Where is Hingani located?
Hingani village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingani?
Hingani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hingani?
The pincode of Hingani is 415509.
What is the population of Hingani?
Hingani has a total population of 3,101, including 1,619 males and 1,482 females.
How many households are there in Hingani?
There are 563 households in Hingani.
What is the literacy rate in Hingani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingani is 63.59%. Male literacy is 70.54% and female literacy is 56.01%.