Shindi Bk. - Man, Satara
Shindi Bk. is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shindi Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindi Bk. is 563379. The village covers a total geographical area of 1717.5 hectares and falls under the 415023 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shindi Bk. 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 Shindi Bk.
As per Census 2011, Shindi Bk. village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 610 males and 687 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 827 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shindi Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 610 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 117 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 423 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 187 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Shindi Bk.
Shindi Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahimangad | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Pingali Bk | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Ukirde | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Swarupkhanwadi | South | 4.08 km |
| Kasarwadi | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Bodake | North | 4.80 km |
| Bidal | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Andhali | North-West | 6.00 km |
| Dahivadi | East | 6.24 km |
| Divadi (mahimangad) | West | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shindi Bk.
Shindi Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 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 Mhaswad to Shindi Bk. is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shindi Bk. is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindi Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindi Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shindi Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindi Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shindi Bk.
Where is Shindi Bk. located?
Shindi Bk. village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindi Bk.?
Shindi Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shindi Bk.?
The pincode of Shindi Bk. is 415023.
What is the population of Shindi Bk.?
Shindi Bk. has a total population of 1,297, including 610 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Shindi Bk.?
There are 306 households in Shindi Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Shindi Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindi Bk. is 63.76%. Male literacy is 69.34% and female literacy is 58.81%.