Shindi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Shindi is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sindhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shindi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shindi is 542601. The village covers a total geographical area of 742.61 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shindi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shindi
As per Census 2011, Shindi village has a total population of 1,571 people, consisting of 820 males and 751 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shindi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,571 | 820 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 112 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 621 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 199 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Shindi
Shindi 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 Shindi
Shindi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Shindi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shindi is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shindi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shindi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shindi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shindi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shindi
Where is Shindi located?
Shindi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shindi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shindi is Sindhi.
What is the pincode of Shindi?
The pincode of Shindi is 445202.
What is the population of Shindi?
Shindi has a total population of 1,571, including 820 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Shindi?
There are 378 households in Shindi.
What is the literacy rate in Shindi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shindi is 67.85%. Male literacy is 75.73% and female literacy is 59.25%.