Shekharwadi
Shekharwadi is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shekharwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Shekharwadi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shekharwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekharwadi is 568366. The village spans a total geographical area of 347 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415402. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Shekharwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shekharwadi 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shekharwadi
Population of Shekharwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Shekharwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 735 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 97 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 560 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 175 | 253 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekharwadi village:
- The total population of Shekharwadi village is around 1,444, including approximately 735 males and 709 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Shekharwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Shekharwadi village is about 70.36%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 64.32%.
- There are around 307 households in Shekharwadi village.
Connectivity of Shekharwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekharwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Shekharwadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekharwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekharwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekharwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekharwadi
- Where is Shekharwadi located?
- Shekharwadi village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekharwadi?
- Shekharwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shekharwadi?
- The pincode of Shekharwadi is 415402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekharwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekharwadi is 1,444, with 735 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Shekharwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekharwadi village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekharwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekharwadi is 70.36%. The male literacy rate is 76.19%, while the female literacy rate is 64.32%.