Shelad
Shelad is a village located in Balapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Balapur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Shelad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shelad unique in its vibrant Balapur-Akola region. You’ll see Shelad’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 Shelad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelad is 529951. The village spans a total geographical area of 740.5 hectares. Balapur is nearest town to Shelad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shelad
Population of Shelad
According to the 2011 Census, Shelad has a total population of about 1,997, with approximately 1,103 males and 894 females. The sex ratio is around 810 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 360 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 98. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.47%, with male literacy at about 84.77% and female literacy near 75.17%. There are around 407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,997 | 1,103 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 935 | 672 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 168 | 222 |
Connectivity of Shelad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelad. As per the 2011 stats, Shelad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shelad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelad
- Where is Shelad located?
- Shelad village is situated in Balapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelad?
- Shelad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shelad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelad is 1,997, with 1,103 males and 894 females.
- How many households are there in Shelad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelad village has a total of 407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelad is 80.47%. The male literacy rate is 84.77%, while the female literacy rate is 75.17%.