Shelu Bk Village Overview
Shelu Bk is a village in Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 12 km from Karanja tehsil headquarters and around 55 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Sheluwada is the Gram Panchayat for Shelu Bk village.
The sections below provide essential information about Shelu Bk village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelu Bk is 530987. The village covers a geographical area of 658.39 hectares. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Location Map of Shelu Bk
Population & Demographics of Shelu Bk
This section provides population and demographic details of Shelu Bk village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,901 | 960 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 146 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 191 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 734 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 226 | 289 |
Key population details of Shelu Bk village are given below:
- Shelu Bk village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,901, including approximately 960 males and 941 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 170 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 369 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Shelu Bk village is good, with a literacy rate of about 72.91%.
- There are around 405 households in Shelu Bk village.
Transport & Connectivity of Shelu Bk
Transport facilities help residents of Shelu Bk village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Shelu Bk
The following villages are located close to Shelu Bk and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelu Bk
- Where is Shelu Bk located?
- Shelu Bk village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelu Bk?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shelu Bk is Sheluwada (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Shelu Bk?
- Shelu Bk has a total population of 1,901, including 960 males and 941 females.
- How many households are there in Shelu Bk?
- There are 405 households in Shelu Bk.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelu Bk?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelu Bk is 72.91%. Male literacy is 76.46% and female literacy is 69.29%.