Shende - Shahapur, Thane
Shende is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Birvadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Shende village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shende is 552702. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 421403 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Shende village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shende
According to the 2011 Census, Shende village had a total population of 920 people, including 449 males and 471 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.70%, with male literacy at 79.63% and female literacy at 50.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 920.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 449 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 920 | 449 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 305 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 144 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Shende
Shende is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shende
Public transport in the Shende is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shende.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Shende is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shende 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 Shende
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shende village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shende
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shende 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shende
Where is Shende located?
Shende village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shende?
The Village Panchayat of Shende is Birvadi.
What is the pincode of Shende?
The pincode of Shende is 421403.
What is the population of Shende?
Shende had a total population of 920, including 449 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Shende?
Shende had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shende?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shende was 64.70%. Male literacy was 79.63% and female literacy was 50.85%.