Shelu Khurd - Barshitakli, Akola
Shelu Khurd is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Shelu Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelu Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelu Khurd is 530511. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.55 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shelu Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelu Khurd
As per Census 2011, Shelu Khurd village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 212 males and 186 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelu Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 212 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 174 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Shelu Khurd
Shelu Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shelu Khurd
Shelu Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Shelu Khurd is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelu Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelu Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelu Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelu Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelu Khurd
Where is Shelu Khurd located?
Shelu Khurd village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelu Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelu Khurd is Shelu Bk..
What is the pincode of Shelu Khurd?
The pincode of Shelu Khurd is 444405.
What is the population of Shelu Khurd?
Shelu Khurd has a total population of 398, including 212 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Shelu Khurd?
There are 99 households in Shelu Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Shelu Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelu Khurd is 81.41%. Male literacy is 82.08% and female literacy is 80.65%.