Shahalangadi - Hinganghat, Wardha
Shahalangadi is a village situated in the Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinganghat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Ajanti serves as the Village Panchayat for Shahalangadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahalangadi is 534437. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.73 hectares and falls under the 442301 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Shahalangadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahalangadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shahalangadi village had a total population of 183 people, including 101 males and 82 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 812 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.76%, with male literacy at 98.90% and female literacy at 91.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 183 | 101 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 90 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Shahalangadi
Shahalangadi 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 Shahalangadi
Shahalangadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Shahalangadi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Hinganghat to Shahalangadi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Shahalangadi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahalangadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahalangadi 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 Shahalangadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahalangadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahalangadi
Where is Shahalangadi located?
Shahalangadi village is located in Hinganghat Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shahalangadi?
The Village Panchayat of Shahalangadi is Ajanti.
What is the pincode of Shahalangadi?
The pincode of Shahalangadi is 442301.
What is the population of Shahalangadi?
Shahalangadi had a total population of 183, including 101 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Shahalangadi?
Shahalangadi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahalangadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahalangadi was 95.76%. Male literacy was 98.90% and female literacy was 91.89%.