Shekta

Shekta is a village located in Paithan tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Paithan (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Shekta village is also a gram panchayat.

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 549403. The village spans a total geographical area of 783.39 hectares. Paithan is nearest town to Shekta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km 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 2,241 1,132 1,109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 301 162 139
Scheduled Castes (SC) 224 107 117
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 100 55 45
Literate Population 1,362 810 552
Illiterate Population 879 322 557

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

  • The total population of Shekta village is around 2,241, including approximately 1,132 males and 1,109 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 301 children aged 0–6 years in Shekta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekta village has 224 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 100 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shekta village is about 60.78%, with male literacy at 71.55% and female literacy at 49.77%.
  • There are around 505 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.

Tulapur Aurangpur Gadhegaon Paithan Tondoli Jainpur Mohalkheda

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekta

Where is Shekta located?
Shekta village is situated in Paithan 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 population of Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekta is 2,241, with 1,132 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekta village has a total of 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekta is 60.78%. The male literacy rate is 71.55%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.