Shekta
About Shekta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekta village is 548840. Shekta village is located in Aurangabad tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Aurangabad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Shekta village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 403.28 hectares. Shekta has a total population of 2,351 peoples, out of which male population is 1,226 while female population is 1,125. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekta village is 63.72% out of which 72.19% males and 54.49% females are literate. There are about 411 houses in shekta village. Pincode of shekta village locality is 431201.
Aurangabad is nearest town to shekta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Shekta
The population details of Shekta cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,226 | 1,125 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 374 | 212 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 409 | 218 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,498 | 885 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 853 | 341 | 512 |
Connectivity of Shekta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekta
Where is Shekta located?
Shekta village is situated in Aurangabad Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekta?
Shekta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shekta?
The pincode of Shekta is 431201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekta is 2,351, with 1,226 males and 1,125 females.
How many households are there in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekta village has a total of 411 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekta is 63.72%. The male literacy rate is 72.19%, while the female literacy rate is 54.49%.