Shedshinge - Madha, Solapur
Shedshinge is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shedshinge village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shedshinge is 561920. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126 hectares and falls under the 413210 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shedshinge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shedshinge
As per Census 2011, Shedshinge village has a total population of 2,023 people, consisting of 1,067 males and 956 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,289 literate and 734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shedshinge are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,023 | 1,067 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 234 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,289 | 771 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 296 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Shedshinge
Shedshinge 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badalewadi | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Ambad | East | 3.41 km |
| Pimpalner | South | 3.71 km |
| Pimpalkhunte | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Nimgaon [tembhurni] | West | 4.06 km |
| Shiral Madha | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Dhavalas | North | 5.96 km |
| Palwan | South | 6.37 km |
| Upalawate | North-West | 6.56 km |
| Ujani Madha | South-East | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shedshinge
Shedshinge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhavalas, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Shedshinge is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shedshinge is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shedshinge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shedshinge village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shedshinge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shedshinge 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 Shedshinge
Where is Shedshinge located?
Shedshinge village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shedshinge?
Shedshinge is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shedshinge?
The pincode of Shedshinge is 413210.
What is the population of Shedshinge?
Shedshinge has a total population of 2,023, including 1,067 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Shedshinge?
There are 424 households in Shedshinge.
What is the literacy rate in Shedshinge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shedshinge is 63.72%. Male literacy is 72.26% and female literacy is 54.18%.