Shewala
Shewala is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Shewala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shewala unique in its vibrant Kalamnuri-Hingoli region. You’ll see Shewala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shewala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shewala is 546200. The village spans a total geographical area of 1222.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431701. Kalamnuri is nearest town to Shewala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shewala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shewala
Population of Shewala
According to the 2011 Census, Shewala has a total population of about 5,060, with approximately 2,592 males and 2,468 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 716 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 731 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.91%, with male literacy at about 76.81% and female literacy near 64.71%. There are around 952 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shewala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,060 | 2,592 | 2,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 360 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 360 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,588 | 1,991 | 1,597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 601 | 871 |
Connectivity of Shewala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shewala. As per the 2011 stats, Shewala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shewala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shewala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shewala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shewala
- Where is Shewala located?
- Shewala village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shewala?
- Shewala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shewala?
- The pincode of Shewala is 431701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shewala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shewala is 5,060, with 2,592 males and 2,468 females.
- How many households are there in Shewala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shewala village has a total of 952 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shewala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shewala is 70.91%. The male literacy rate is 76.81%, while the female literacy rate is 64.71%.