Shelkewadi

Shelkewadi is a village located in Jat tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Jat (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Jiragyal is the gram panchayat of Shelkewadi village.

Here you can discover what makes Shelkewadi unique in its vibrant Jat-Sangli region. You’ll see Shelkewadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shelkewadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelkewadi is 568841. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.86 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Shelkewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shelkewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shelkewadi

According to the 2011 Census, Shelkewadi has a total population of about 599, with approximately 297 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.41%, with male literacy at about 50.17% and female literacy near 38.74%. There are around 142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelkewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 599 297 302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 84 34 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 266 149 117
Illiterate Population 333 148 185

Connectivity of Shelkewadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelkewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Shelkewadi 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shelkewadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Shelkewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelkewadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelkewadi

Where is Shelkewadi located?
Shelkewadi village is situated in Jat Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelkewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelkewadi is Jiragyal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shelkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelkewadi is 599, with 297 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Shelkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelkewadi village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelkewadi is 44.41%. The male literacy rate is 50.17%, while the female literacy rate is 38.74%.