Shekte Bk. - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Shekte Bk. is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Shevgaon and around 95 km from Ahmadnagar. Shekate Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekte Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekte Bk. is 557908. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.04 hectares and falls under the 414504 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Shekte Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekte Bk.
As per Census 2011, Shekte Bk. village has a total population of 1,113 people, consisting of 596 males and 517 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 666 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekte Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 596 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 109 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 400 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 196 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Shekte Bk.
Shekte Bk. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukali | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Murmi | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Ardhapimpri | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Dhumegaon | East | 3.22 km |
| Badgavhan | West | 3.36 km |
| Gaikwad Jalgaon | North | 4.06 km |
| Mahar Takli | East | 4.29 km |
| Hiwarwadi | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Chaklamba | South | 5.78 km |
| Gaikwad Jalgaon | North-East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekte Bk.
Shekte Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chikalthana, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Shekte Bk. is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekte Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekte Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekte Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekte Bk. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shekte Bk.
Where is Shekte Bk. located?
Shekte Bk. village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekte Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekte Bk. is Shekate Budruk.
What is the pincode of Shekte Bk.?
The pincode of Shekte Bk. is 414504.
What is the population of Shekte Bk.?
Shekte Bk. has a total population of 1,113, including 596 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Shekte Bk.?
There are 245 households in Shekte Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Shekte Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekte Bk. is 59.84%. Male literacy is 67.11% and female literacy is 51.45%.