Shelkewadi
About Shelkewadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shelkewadi village is 568841. Shelkewadi village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 301.86 hectares. Shelkewadi has a total population of 599 peoples, out of which male population is 297 while female population is 302. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shelkewadi village is 44.41% out of which 50.17% males and 38.74% females are literate. There are about 142 houses in shelkewadi village.
When it comes to administration, Shelkewadi 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, Shelkewadi village comes under Jat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sangli Lok Sabha constituency. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to shelkewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
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Population of Shelkewadi
The population details of Shelkewadi 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 | 599 | 297 | 302 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84 | 34 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 148 | 185 |
Connectivity of Shelkewadi
| 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 |
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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%.