Shekapur - Deoli, Wardha
Shekapur is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekapur is 534203. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.84 hectares and falls under the 442001 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shekapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekapur village had a total population of 60 people, including 27 males and 33 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 90.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Shekapur
Shekapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shekapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shekapur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shekapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulgaon to Shekapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Shekapur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shekapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shekapur
Where is Shekapur located?
Shekapur village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekapur is Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Shekapur?
The pincode of Shekapur is 442001.
What is the population of Shekapur?
Shekapur had a total population of 60, including 27 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Shekapur?
Shekapur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekapur was 90.91%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 90.00%.