Shelu - Chandvad, Nashik
Shelu is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Shelu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelu is 550444. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.11 hectares and falls under the 423101 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shelu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelu
As per Census 2011, Shelu village has a total population of 1,515 people, consisting of 787 males and 728 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 352 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shelu
Shelu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adgaon | East | 2.31 km |
| Bhutyane | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Sogras | South | 2.59 km |
| Malsane | South | 3.37 km |
| Kheldari | North | 3.39 km |
| Asarkhede | East | 3.46 km |
| Puri | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Shirur | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Shirsane | South | 4.55 km |
| Shivajinagar | East | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelu
Shelu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Shelu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Shelu is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelu
Where is Shelu located?
Shelu village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelu?
Shelu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelu?
The pincode of Shelu is 423101.
What is the population of Shelu?
Shelu has a total population of 1,515, including 787 males and 728 females.
How many households are there in Shelu?
There are 310 households in Shelu.
What is the literacy rate in Shelu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelu is 73.60%. Male literacy is 77.00% and female literacy is 69.92%.