Shingorni - Malshiras, Solapur
Shingorni is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shingorni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shingorni is 562509. The village covers a total geographical area of 3048 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shingorni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shingorni
As per Census 2011, Shingorni village has a total population of 3,359 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,623 females. The village has 630 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,917 literate and 1,442 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shingorni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,359 | 1,736 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 283 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 300 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,917 | 1,119 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,442 | 617 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Shingorni
Shingorni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamwadi | North | 4.71 km |
| Bacheri | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Katfal | South | 5.60 km |
| Itaki | West | 6.21 km |
| Kolegaon | North-East | 6.51 km |
| Chikmahud | East | 6.89 km |
| Pujarwadi | South-West | 7.42 km |
| Piliv | North | 7.99 km |
| Falawani | North-East | 8.77 km |
| Umbargaon | South | 8.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shingorni
Shingorni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Shingorni is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shingorni is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shingorni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shingorni 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 Shingorni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shingorni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shingorni
Where is Shingorni located?
Shingorni village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shingorni?
Shingorni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shingorni?
The pincode of Shingorni is 413306.
What is the population of Shingorni?
Shingorni has a total population of 3,359, including 1,736 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Shingorni?
There are 630 households in Shingorni.
What is the literacy rate in Shingorni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shingorni is 57.07%. Male literacy is 64.46% and female literacy is 49.17%.