Shekta

Shekta is a village located in Gangapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gangapur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Vajanapur is the gram panchayat of Shekta village.

Shekta has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Shekta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekta is 549292. The village spans a total geographical area of 417.08 hectares. Gangapur is nearest town to Shekta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Shekta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 696 356 340
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 57 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 133 64 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 7 6
Literate Population 425 263 162
Illiterate Population 271 93 178

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

  • The total population of Shekta village is around 696, including approximately 356 males and 340 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Shekta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekta village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shekta village is about 61.06%, with male literacy at 73.88% and female literacy at 47.65%.
  • There are around 152 households in Shekta village.

Connectivity of Shekta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekta. As per the 2011 stats, Shekta 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekta

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekta.

Shankarpur Rotasthal Siresaigaon Gopalwadi Wajnapur Khadgaon Gajgaon Derda Palasgaon Shahapur Siddhanath Wadgaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekta

Where is Shekta located?
Shekta village is situated in Gangapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekta?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekta is Vajanapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekta is 696, with 356 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekta village has a total of 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekta is 61.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.88%, while the female literacy rate is 47.65%.