Shekhaliya

Shekhaliya is a village located in Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Chotila (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Shekhaliya village is also a gram panchayat.

Shekhaliya has its own place in the vibrant Surendranagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shekhaliya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhaliya is 512375. The village spans a total geographical area of 609.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363520. Rajkot is nearest town to Shekhaliya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shekhaliya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shekhaliya

Below is a concise population overview of Shekhaliya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 715 367 348
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 148 69 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 6 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 277 175 102
Illiterate Population 438 192 246

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhaliya village:

  • The total population of Shekhaliya village is around 715, including approximately 367 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhaliya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhaliya village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhaliya village is about 38.74%, with male literacy at 47.68% and female literacy at 29.31%.
  • There are around 103 households in Shekhaliya village.

Connectivity of Shekhaliya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhaliya. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhaliya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhaliya

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhaliya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhaliya.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhaliya

Where is Shekhaliya located?
Shekhaliya village is situated in Chotila Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhaliya?
Shekhaliya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shekhaliya?
The pincode of Shekhaliya is 363520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhaliya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhaliya is 715, with 367 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Shekhaliya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhaliya village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhaliya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhaliya is 38.74%. The male literacy rate is 47.68%, while the female literacy rate is 29.31%.