Shekta

Shekta is a village located in Georai tehsil of Bid district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Georai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bid. As per 2009 stats, Shekta village is also a gram panchayat.

Shekta has its own place in the vibrant Bid 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 559287. The village spans a total geographical area of 1447 hectares. Georai is nearest town to Shekta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km 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 2,650 1,388 1,262
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 393 215 178
Scheduled Castes (SC) 134 74 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,556 934 622
Illiterate Population 1,094 454 640

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

  • The total population of Shekta village is around 2,650, including approximately 1,388 males and 1,262 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 393 children aged 0–6 years in Shekta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekta village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekta village is about 58.72%, with male literacy at 67.29% and female literacy at 49.29%.
  • There are around 528 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.

Chaklamba Chorpuri Rasulabad Hiwarwadi Mahandula Tandala Jodwadi Saidapur Kajala Takarwan Shelgaon Thadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekta

Where is Shekta located?
Shekta village is situated in Georai Tehsil, within the Bid 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 2,650, with 1,388 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekta village has a total of 528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekta is 58.72%. The male literacy rate is 67.29%, while the female literacy rate is 49.29%.