Shelu Bu. - Karanja, Washim
Shelu Bu. is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Sheluwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelu Bu. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelu Bu. is 530987. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.39 hectares and falls under the 444402 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shelu Bu. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shelu Bu.
As per Census 2011, Shelu Bu. village has a total population of 1,901 people, consisting of 960 males and 941 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelu Bu. are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shelu Bu.
Shelu Bu. 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 Shelu Bu.
Shelu Bu. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shelu Bu..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Karanja to Shelu Bu. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Shelu Bu. is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelu Bu.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelu Bu. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shelu Bu.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelu Bu. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelu Bu.
Where is Shelu Bu. located?
Shelu Bu. village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelu Bu.?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelu Bu. is Sheluwada.
What is the pincode of Shelu Bu.?
The pincode of Shelu Bu. is 444402.
What is the population of Shelu Bu.?
Shelu Bu. has a total population of 1,901, including 960 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Shelu Bu.?
There are 405 households in Shelu Bu..
What is the literacy rate in Shelu Bu.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelu Bu. is 72.91%. Male literacy is 76.46% and female literacy is 69.29%.