Shelap
About Shelap
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shelap village is 567910. Shelap village is located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shelap village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 633.73 hectares. Shelap has a total population of 725 peoples, out of which male population is 335 while female population is 390. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1164 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shelap village is 61.38% out of which 70.15% males and 53.85% females are literate. There are about 163 houses in shelap village. Pincode of shelap village locality is 416505.
When it comes to administration, Shelap village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shelap village comes under Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to shelap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Shelap
The population details of Shelap 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 | 725 | 335 | 390 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 445 | 235 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 100 | 180 |
Connectivity of Shelap
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelap
Where is Shelap located?
Shelap village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelap?
Shelap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shelap?
The pincode of Shelap is 416505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shelap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelap is 725, with 335 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Shelap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelap village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelap as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelap is 61.38%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 53.85%.