Sheel
Sheel is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Shil is the gram panchayat of Sheel village.
Here you can discover what makes Sheel unique in its vibrant Shahapur-Thane region. You’ll see Sheel’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 Sheel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheel is 552853. The village spans a total geographical area of 515 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Sheel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
Google Map of Sheel
Population of Sheel
According to the 2011 Census, Sheel has a total population of about 984, with approximately 500 males and 484 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 98. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.46%, with male literacy at about 78.80% and female literacy near 53.72%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sheel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 500 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 61 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 394 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 106 | 224 |
Connectivity of Sheel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheel. As per the 2011 stats, Sheel 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 Sheel
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheel
- Where is Sheel located?
- Sheel village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sheel is Shil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sheel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheel is 984, with 500 males and 484 females.
- How many households are there in Sheel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheel village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheel is 66.46%. The male literacy rate is 78.80%, while the female literacy rate is 53.72%.