Shelu

Shelu is a village located in Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chandvad (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Shelu village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shelu unique in its vibrant Chandvad-Nashik region. You’ll see Shelu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shelu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelu is 550444. The village spans a total geographical area of 560.11 hectares. Satana is nearest town to Shelu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shelu 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 Chandvad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shelu

According to the 2011 Census, Shelu has a total population of about 1,515, with approximately 787 males and 728 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 352. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.60%, with male literacy at about 77.00% and female literacy near 69.92%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,515 787 728
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 181 92 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 56 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 352 181 171
Literate Population 1,115 606 509
Illiterate Population 400 181 219

Connectivity of Shelu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelu. As per the 2011 stats, Shelu 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 Shelu

Knowing the nearby villages of Shelu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelu

Where is Shelu located?
Shelu village is situated in Chandvad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelu?
Shelu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shelu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelu is 1,515, with 787 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Shelu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelu village has a total of 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelu is 73.60%. The male literacy rate is 77.00%, while the female literacy rate is 69.92%.