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.
Shei has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Shei 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shei village:
- The total population of Shei village is around 979, including approximately 480 males and 499 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Shei village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shei village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 74 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shei village is about 76.00%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 69.14%.
- There are around 198 households in Shei village.
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%.