Shelu (Bra) - Arni, Yavatmal
Shelu (Bra) is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shelusendarjani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelu (Bra) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelu (Bra) is 543292. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.11 hectares and falls under the 445109 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Shelu (Bra) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelu (Bra)
As per Census 2011, Shelu (Bra) village has a total population of 1,908 people, consisting of 967 males and 941 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,251 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 477 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelu (Bra) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,908 | 967 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 230 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 696 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 271 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Shelu (Bra)
Shelu (Bra) 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 (Bra)
Shelu (Bra) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Shelu (Bra) is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shelu (Bra) is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelu (Bra)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelu (Bra) 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 Shelu (Bra)
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 (Bra) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelu (Bra)
Where is Shelu (Bra) located?
Shelu (Bra) village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelu (Bra)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelu (Bra) is Shelusendarjani.
What is the pincode of Shelu (Bra)?
The pincode of Shelu (Bra) is 445109.
What is the population of Shelu (Bra)?
Shelu (Bra) has a total population of 1,908, including 967 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Shelu (Bra)?
There are 451 households in Shelu (Bra).
What is the literacy rate in Shelu (Bra)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelu (Bra) is 65.57%. Male literacy is 71.98% and female literacy is 58.98%.