Shingadgaon - Solapur South, Solapur
Shingadgaon is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shingadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shingadgaon is 562726. The village covers a total geographical area of 1047.49 hectares and falls under the 413228 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shingadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shingadgaon
As per Census 2011, Shingadgaon village has a total population of 2,293 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,106 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,497 literate and 796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shingadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,293 | 1,187 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 162 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,497 | 891 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 296 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Shingadgaon
Shingadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hipale | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Hanamgaon | North | 2.32 km |
| Auj Aherwadi | South | 2.95 km |
| Hotgi Station | West | 3.89 km |
| Tillehal | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Achegaon | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Gurdehalli | North | 4.44 km |
| Limbi Chincholi | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Yetnal | North-West | 5.63 km |
| Valsang | East | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shingadgaon
Shingadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Hotgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Solapur to Shingadgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shingadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shingadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shingadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shingadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shingadgaon
Where is Shingadgaon located?
Shingadgaon village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shingadgaon?
Shingadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shingadgaon?
The pincode of Shingadgaon is 413228.
What is the population of Shingadgaon?
Shingadgaon has a total population of 2,293, including 1,187 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Shingadgaon?
There are 458 households in Shingadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shingadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shingadgaon is 65.29%. Male literacy is 75.06% and female literacy is 54.79%.