Shekapur - Mahur, Nanded
Shekapur is a village situated in the Mahur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Mahoor and around 127 km from Nanded. Sekapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekapur is 544104. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.49 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Shekapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekapur
As per Census 2011, Shekapur village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 223 males and 225 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 223 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 179 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 44 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Shekapur
Shekapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keroli | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Kasbag | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Sangam | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Lanji | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Dhanoda | North | 2.61 km |
| Rui | South | 3.19 km |
| Malwada | East | 3.53 km |
| Thar Kh. | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Ner | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Dahisawali | North | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekapur
The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kinwat to Shekapur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shekapur is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Shekapur
Where is Shekapur located?
Shekapur village is located in Mahur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekapur is Sekapur.
What is the pincode of Shekapur?
The pincode of Shekapur is 431722.
What is the population of Shekapur?
Shekapur has a total population of 448, including 223 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Shekapur?
There are 85 households in Shekapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shekapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekapur is 73.44%. Male literacy is 80.27% and female literacy is 66.67%.