Shelte
About Shelte
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shelte village is 552032. Shelte village is located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Shelte village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 155 hectares. Shelte has a total population of 530 peoples, out of which male population is 271 while female population is 259. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shelte village is 63.02% out of which 73.80% males and 51.74% females are literate. There are about 108 houses in shelte village.
When it comes to administration, Shelte 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, Shelte village comes under Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to shelte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Shelte
The population details of Shelte 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 | 530 | 271 | 259 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 362 | 179 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 200 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 71 | 125 |
Connectivity of Shelte
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelte
Where is Shelte located?
Shelte village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelte?
Shelte serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shelte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelte is 530, with 271 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Shelte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelte village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelte as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelte is 63.02%. The male literacy rate is 73.80%, while the female literacy rate is 51.74%.