Shelkewadi
Shelkewadi is a village located in Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kavathemahankal (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shelkewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shelkewadi unique in its vibrant Kavathemahankal-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 568779. The village spans a total geographical area of 1210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416403. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Shelkewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km 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 Khanapur 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.
Google Map of Shelkewadi
Population of Shelkewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shelkewadi has a total population of about 1,001, with approximately 492 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.93%, with male literacy at about 76.22% and female literacy near 63.85%. There are around 210 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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,001 | 492 | 509 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 700 | 375 | 325 |
Illiterate Population | 301 | 117 | 184 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Kavathemahankal Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelkewadi?
- Shelkewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shelkewadi?
- The pincode of Shelkewadi is 416403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shelkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelkewadi is 1,001, with 492 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Shelkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelkewadi village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelkewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelkewadi is 69.93%. The male literacy rate is 76.22%, while the female literacy rate is 63.85%.