Shawal
About Shawal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shawal village is 562819. Shawal village is located in Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Akkalkot (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Shawal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 806 hectares. Shawal has a total population of 2,460 peoples, out of which male population is 1,258 while female population is 1,202. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shawal village is 51.59% out of which 63.04% males and 39.60% females are literate. There are about 420 houses in shawal village. Pincode of shawal village locality is 413216.
When it comes to administration, Shawal 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, Shawal village comes under Mohol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Solapur Lok Sabha constituency. Akkalkot is nearest town to shawal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Shawal
The population details of Shawal 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 | 2,460 | 1,258 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 342 | 182 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 311 | 162 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 793 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 465 | 726 |
Connectivity of Shawal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shawal
Where is Shawal located?
Shawal village is situated in Akkalkot Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shawal?
Shawal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shawal?
The pincode of Shawal is 413216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shawal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shawal is 2,460, with 1,258 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Shawal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shawal village has a total of 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shawal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shawal is 51.59%. The male literacy rate is 63.04%, while the female literacy rate is 39.60%.