Shelakewadi

Shelakewadi is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shelakewadi village. As per 2009 stats, Shelakewadi village is also a gram panchayat.

Shelakewadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Shelakewadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelakewadi is 567439. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416001. Kolhapur is nearest town to Shelakewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shelakewadi 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 Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shelakewadi

Below is a concise population overview of Shelakewadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 379 191 188
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 16 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 4 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 281 153 128
Illiterate Population 98 38 60

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

  • The total population of Shelakewadi village is around 379, including approximately 191 males and 188 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Shelakewadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shelakewadi village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shelakewadi village is about 74.14%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 68.09%.
  • There are around 73 households in Shelakewadi village.

Connectivity of Shelakewadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelakewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Shelakewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shelakewadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Shelakewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelakewadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelakewadi

Where is Shelakewadi located?
Shelakewadi village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelakewadi?
Shelakewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shelakewadi?
The pincode of Shelakewadi is 416001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shelakewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelakewadi is 379, with 191 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Shelakewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelakewadi village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelakewadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelakewadi is 74.14%. The male literacy rate is 80.10%, while the female literacy rate is 68.09%.