Shekapur
Shekapur is a village 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.
Shekapur has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Shekapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekapur is 545332. The village spans a total geographical area of 663 hectares. Kandhar is nearest town to Shekapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shekapur 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shekapur
Population of Shekapur
Below is a concise population overview of Shekapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,619 | 1,329 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 182 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,013 | 513 | 500 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,020 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 776 | 309 | 467 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekapur village:
- The total population of Shekapur village is around 2,619, including approximately 1,329 males and 1,290 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 341 children aged 0–6 years in Shekapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shekapur village has 1,013 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shekapur village is about 70.37%, with male literacy at 76.75% and female literacy at 63.80%.
- There are around 487 households in Shekapur village.
Connectivity of Shekapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekapur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekapur.
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%.