Shelda
Shelda is a village located in Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 104km away from sub-district headquarter Dhadgaon (tehsildar office) and 156km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Genda is the gram panchayat of Shelda village.
Shelda has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar 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 Shelda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelda is 525300. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.6 hectares. Shahade is nearest town to Shelda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 97km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shelda 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 Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shelda
Population of Shelda
Below is a concise population overview of Shelda 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 | 1,009 | 509 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,001 | 507 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 240 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 269 | 301 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shelda village:
- The total population of Shelda village is around 1,009, including approximately 509 males and 500 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Shelda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shelda village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,001 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shelda village is about 43.51%, with male literacy at 47.15% and female literacy at 39.80%.
- There are around 154 households in Shelda village.
Connectivity of Shelda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelda. As per the 2011 stats, Shelda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shelda
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelda
- Where is Shelda located?
- Shelda village is situated in Akrani Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shelda is Genda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shelda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelda is 1,009, with 509 males and 500 females.
- How many households are there in Shelda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelda village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelda is 43.51%. The male literacy rate is 47.15%, while the female literacy rate is 39.80%.