Shekapur
Shekapur is a village located in Patur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Patur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Shekapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Shekapur 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 Shekapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekapur is 530375. The village spans a total geographical area of 1047.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444511. Patur is nearest town to Shekapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Shekapur
Population of Shekapur
Below is a concise population overview of Shekapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 802 | 417 | 385 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 47 | 59 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Literate Population | 549 | 316 | 233 |
Illiterate Population | 253 | 101 | 152 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekapur village:
- The total population of Shekapur village is around 802, including approximately 417 males and 385 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Shekapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shekapur village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shekapur village is about 68.45%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 60.52%.
- There are around 201 households in Shekapur village.
Connectivity of Shekapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekapur
- Where is Shekapur located?
- Shekapur village is situated in Patur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekapur?
- Shekapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shekapur?
- The pincode of Shekapur is 444511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekapur is 802, with 417 males and 385 females.
- How many households are there in Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekapur village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekapur is 68.45%. The male literacy rate is 75.78%, while the female literacy rate is 60.52%.