Shekapur
About Shekapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekapur village is 545332. Shekapur village is located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Shekapur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 663 hectares. Shekapur has a total population of 2,619 peoples, out of which male population is 1,329 while female population is 1,290. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekapur village is 70.37% out of which 76.75% males and 63.80% females are literate. There are about 487 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandhar is nearest town to shekapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Shekapur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,619 | 1,329 | 1,290 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,020 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 309 | 467 |
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 Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekapur?
Shekapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekapur is 2,619, with 1,329 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekapur village has a total of 487 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekapur is 70.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.75%, while the female literacy rate is 63.80%.