Shelapur
Shelapur is a village located in Hukeri taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hukkeri (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Belavi is the gram panchayat of Shelapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shelapur unique in its vibrant Hukeri-Belgaum region. You’ll see Shelapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shelapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelapur is 597585. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591310. Hukkeri is nearest town to Shelapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shelapur
Population of Shelapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shelapur has a total population of about 978, with approximately 498 males and 480 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 353 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.43%, with male literacy at about 65.66% and female literacy near 55.00%. There are around 190 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 498 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 85 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 170 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 591 | 327 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 171 | 216 |
Connectivity of Shelapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shelapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shelapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelapur
- Where is Shelapur located?
- Shelapur village is situated in Hukeri Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shelapur is Belavi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shelapur?
- The pincode of Shelapur is 591310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shelapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelapur is 978, with 498 males and 480 females.
- How many households are there in Shelapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelapur village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelapur is 60.43%. The male literacy rate is 65.66%, while the female literacy rate is 55.00%.