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.

Shelad has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 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.

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Population of Shelad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Shelad village is around 1,997, including approximately 1,103 males and 894 females, with a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Shelad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shelad village has 360 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 98 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shelad village is about 80.47%, with male literacy at 84.77% and female literacy at 75.17%.
  • There are around 407 households in Shelad village.

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.

Satargaon Dawalpur Mandoli Kastkhed Bhikundkhed Takali Gademod Hingana Shelad Mandawa Bk Mandawa Kh Gademod Kupata

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%.