Shekapur
About Shekapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekapur village is 534989. Shekapur village is located in Katol tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Katol (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur is the gram panchayat of Shekapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 571.41 hectares. Shekapur has a total population of 372 peoples, out of which male population is 200 while female population is 172. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 860 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekapur village is 75.81% out of which 80.50% males and 70.35% females are literate. There are about 85 houses in shekapur village.
When it comes to administration, Shekapur 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, Shekapur village comes under Katol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency. Katol is nearest town to shekapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Shekapur
The population details of Shekapur 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 | 372 | 200 | 172 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 161 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Connectivity of Shekapur
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shekapur
Where is Shekapur located?
Shekapur village is situated in Katol Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekapur is Ganeshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekapur is 372, with 200 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekapur village has a total of 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekapur is 75.81%. The male literacy rate is 80.50%, while the female literacy rate is 70.35%.