Shelodi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Shelodi is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shelodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelodi is 542574. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.02 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shelodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelodi
As per Census 2011, Shelodi village has a total population of 1,765 people, consisting of 912 males and 853 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,765 | 912 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 107 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 744 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 168 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Shelodi
Shelodi 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 Shelodi
Shelodi 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 Darwha to Shelodi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shelodi is about 34 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 Shelodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelodi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shelodi
Where is Shelodi located?
Shelodi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelodi?
Shelodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelodi?
The pincode of Shelodi is 445202.
What is the population of Shelodi?
Shelodi has a total population of 1,765, including 912 males and 853 females.
How many households are there in Shelodi?
There are 451 households in Shelodi.
What is the literacy rate in Shelodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelodi is 75.64%. Male literacy is 81.58% and female literacy is 69.28%.