Shei
Shei is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Shei village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shei unique in its vibrant Shahapur-Thane region. You’ll see Shei’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 Shei
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shei is 552894. The village spans a total geographical area of 437.74 hectares. Bhiwandi Nizampur is nearest town to Shei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Shei
Population of Shei
According to the 2011 Census, Shei has a total population of about 979, with approximately 480 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.00%, with male literacy at about 83.13% and female literacy near 69.14%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shei's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 480 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 399 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 81 | 154 |
Connectivity of Shei
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shei. As per the 2011 stats, Shei 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shei
Knowing the nearby villages of Shei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shei.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shei
- Where is Shei located?
- Shei village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shei?
- Shei serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shei is 979, with 480 males and 499 females.
- How many households are there in Shei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shei village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shei as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shei is 76.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.13%, while the female literacy rate is 69.14%.