Shinganapur - Man, Satara
Shinganapur is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shinganapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shinganapur is 563396. The village covers a total geographical area of 1483 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Shinganapur 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 Shinganapur
As per Census 2011, Shinganapur village has a total population of 3,700 people, consisting of 1,947 males and 1,753 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,408 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shinganapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,700 | 1,947 | 1,753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 269 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 308 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 2,408 | 1,380 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 567 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Shinganapur
Shinganapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothale | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Thadale | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Mohi | South | 4.57 km |
| Fadtari | East | 5.44 km |
| Pimpari | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Gherewadi | West | 6.01 km |
| Dangirewadi (mohi) | South-West | 6.37 km |
| Andrud | North-West | 7.63 km |
| Karunde | North | 7.68 km |
| Danavalewadi | South-West | 7.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shinganapur
Shinganapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Shinganapur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shinganapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shinganapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shinganapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shinganapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shinganapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shinganapur
Where is Shinganapur located?
Shinganapur village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shinganapur?
Shinganapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shinganapur?
The pincode of Shinganapur is 415508.
What is the population of Shinganapur?
Shinganapur has a total population of 3,700, including 1,947 males and 1,753 females.
How many households are there in Shinganapur?
There are 756 households in Shinganapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shinganapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shinganapur is 65.08%. Male literacy is 70.88% and female literacy is 58.64%.