Shele - Wada, Palghar
Shele is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Vada and around 70 km from Thane. Shele village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shele is 552142. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Shele village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shele
According to the 2011 Census, Shele village had a total population of 513 people, including 257 males and 256 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 67.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 444.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 257 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 221 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 199 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 58 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Shele
Shele is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shele
Public transport in the Shele is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Shele is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shele is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shele
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shele village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shele
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shele village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shele
Where is Shele located?
Shele village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shele?
Shele is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shele?
The pincode of Shele is 421303.
What is the population of Shele?
Shele had a total population of 513, including 257 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Shele?
Shele had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shele?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shele was 77.78%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 67.71%.