Shekhadi
About Shekhadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekhadi village is 516979. Shekhadi village is located in Petlad taluka of Anand district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Petlad (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Anand. As per 2009 stats, Shekhadi village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 227.35 hectares. Shekhadi has a total population of 1,382 peoples, out of which male population is 724 while female population is 658. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 908 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekhadi village is 85.38% out of which 87.71% males and 82.83% females are literate. There are about 271 houses in shekhadi village. Pincode of shekhadi village locality is 388450.
When it comes to administration, Shekhadi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shekhadi village comes under Sojitra Vidhan Sabha constituency & Anand Lok Sabha constituency. Petlad is nearest town to shekhadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
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Population of Shekhadi
The population details of Shekhadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 724 | 658 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 635 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 89 | 113 |
Connectivity of Shekhadi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhadi
Where is Shekhadi located?
Shekhadi village is situated in Petlad Taluka, within the Anand district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhadi?
Shekhadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shekhadi?
The pincode of Shekhadi is 388450, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhadi is 1,382, with 724 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Shekhadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhadi village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhadi is 85.38%. The male literacy rate is 87.71%, while the female literacy rate is 82.83%.