Sheloshi
Sheloshi is a village located in Bavda tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gagan Bavda (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Sheloshi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sheloshi unique in its vibrant Bavda-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Sheloshi’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 Sheloshi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheloshi is 567533. The village spans a total geographical area of 453 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Sheloshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Sheloshi
Population of Sheloshi
According to the 2011 Census, Sheloshi has a total population of about 686, with approximately 361 males and 325 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.79%, with male literacy at about 72.02% and female literacy near 48.31%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sheloshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 361 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 260 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 101 | 168 |
Connectivity of Sheloshi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheloshi. As per the 2011 stats, Sheloshi 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 Sheloshi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheloshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheloshi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheloshi
- Where is Sheloshi located?
- Sheloshi village is situated in Bavda Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheloshi?
- Sheloshi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sheloshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheloshi is 686, with 361 males and 325 females.
- How many households are there in Sheloshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheloshi village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheloshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheloshi is 60.79%. The male literacy rate is 72.02%, while the female literacy rate is 48.31%.