Sheel
About Sheel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sheel village is 566145. Sheel village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Sheel village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 581.28 hectares. Sheel has a total population of 1,203 peoples, out of which male population is 556 while female population is 647. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1163 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sheel village is 70.49% out of which 80.94% males and 61.51% females are literate. There are about 280 houses in sheel village. Pincode of sheel village locality is 416702.
When it comes to administration, Sheel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sheel village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to sheel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Sheel
The population details of Sheel cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 556 | 647 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 848 | 450 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 106 | 249 |
Connectivity of Sheel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sheel
Where is Sheel located?
Sheel village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheel?
Sheel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sheel?
The pincode of Sheel is 416702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sheel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheel is 1,203, with 556 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Sheel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sheel village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheel is 70.49%. The male literacy rate is 80.94%, while the female literacy rate is 61.51%.