Shellaliwadi - Kandhar, Nanded
Shellaliwadi is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shelali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shellaliwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shellaliwadi is 545392. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 431714 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shellaliwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shellaliwadi
As per Census 2011, Shellaliwadi village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 736 males and 638 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shellaliwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 736 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 447 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 289 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Shellaliwadi
Shellaliwadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Abulaga | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Bramhwadi | South | 1.84 km |
| Nawandyachiwadi | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Tokwadi | North | 2.69 km |
| Pimpalyachiwadi | North | 3.14 km |
| Kalka | East | 3.56 km |
| Gaul | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Kandharewadi | West | 4.62 km |
| Mundewadi Tarf Khandobachiwadi | North | 4.71 km |
| Sawargaon Nipani | South | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shellaliwadi
Shellaliwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Huzur Sahib Nanded, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandhar to Shellaliwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shellaliwadi is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shellaliwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shellaliwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shellaliwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shellaliwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shellaliwadi
Where is Shellaliwadi located?
Shellaliwadi village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shellaliwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shellaliwadi is Shelali.
What is the pincode of Shellaliwadi?
The pincode of Shellaliwadi is 431714.
What is the population of Shellaliwadi?
Shellaliwadi has a total population of 1,374, including 736 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Shellaliwadi?
There are 282 households in Shellaliwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Shellaliwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shellaliwadi is 54.15%. Male literacy is 60.73% and female literacy is 46.55%.