Shelakewadi - Jat, Sangli
Shelakewadi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Jiragyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelakewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelakewadi is 568841. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.86 hectares and falls under the 416402 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Shelakewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelakewadi
As per Census 2011, Shelakewadi village has a total population of 599 people, consisting of 297 males and 302 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelakewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 599 | 297 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 34 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 148 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Shelakewadi
Shelakewadi 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 Shelakewadi
Public transport in the Shelakewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Shelakewadi is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shelakewadi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelakewadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelakewadi 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 Shelakewadi
Where is Shelakewadi located?
Shelakewadi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelakewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelakewadi is Jiragyal.
What is the pincode of Shelakewadi?
The pincode of Shelakewadi is 416402.
What is the population of Shelakewadi?
Shelakewadi has a total population of 599, including 297 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Shelakewadi?
There are 142 households in Shelakewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Shelakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelakewadi is 44.41%. Male literacy is 50.17% and female literacy is 38.74%.