Shelu

Shelu is a village located in Karjat tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Shelu village is also a gram panchayat.

Shelu has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Shelu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelu is 553520. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.88 hectares. Badlapur is nearest town to Shelu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Shelu

Below is a concise population overview of Shelu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,374 705 669
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 82 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 33 14 19
Literate Population 981 545 436
Illiterate Population 393 160 233

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shelu village:

  • The total population of Shelu village is around 1,374, including approximately 705 males and 669 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Shelu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shelu village has 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shelu village is about 71.40%, with male literacy at 77.30% and female literacy at 65.17%.
  • There are around 286 households in Shelu village.

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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within village

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelu

Where is Shelu located?
Shelu village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Raigarh 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 1,374, with 705 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Shelu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelu village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelu is 71.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.30%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.