Shaha
Shaha is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Shaha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shaha unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim region. You’ll see Shaha’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 Shaha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaha is 530865. The village spans a total geographical area of 1643.18 hectares. Karanja is nearest town to Shaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shaha
Population of Shaha
According to the 2011 Census, Shaha has a total population of about 2,127, with approximately 1,122 males and 1,005 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 483 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.36%, with male literacy at about 80.93% and female literacy near 69.15%. There are around 470 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shaha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,122 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 125 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 264 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 908 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 214 | 310 |
Connectivity of Shaha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaha. As per the 2011 stats, Shaha 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shaha
Knowing the nearby villages of Shaha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaha
- Where is Shaha located?
- Shaha village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shaha?
- Shaha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaha is 2,127, with 1,122 males and 1,005 females.
- How many households are there in Shaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shaha village has a total of 470 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shaha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaha is 75.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.93%, while the female literacy rate is 69.15%.