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
According to the 2011 Census, Shelakewadi village had a total population of 599 people, including 297 males and 302 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.65%, with male literacy at 56.65% and female literacy at 46.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 599 | 297 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 34 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 599, including 297 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Shelakewadi?
Shelakewadi had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelakewadi was 51.65%. Male literacy was 56.65% and female literacy was 46.43%.