Shelu Bk. - Pusad, Yavatmal
Shelu Bk. is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Shelu Bk serves as the Village Panchayat for Shelu Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelu Bk. is 542809. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.21 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shelu Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelu Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Shelu Bk. village had a total population of 2,333 people, including 1,200 males and 1,133 females, living in 524 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.03%, with male literacy at 90.61% and female literacy at 71.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 541, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,200 | 1,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 167 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 288 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,644 | 936 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 264 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Shelu Bk.
Shelu Bk. 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 Bk.
Shelu Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Shelu Bk. is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shelu Bk. is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelu Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelu Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelu Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelu Bk.
Where is Shelu Bk. located?
Shelu Bk. village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shelu Bk.?
The Village Panchayat of Shelu Bk. is Shelu Bk.
What is the pincode of Shelu Bk.?
The pincode of Shelu Bk. is 445204.
What is the population of Shelu Bk.?
Shelu Bk. had a total population of 2,333, including 1,200 males and 1,133 females.
How many households are there in Shelu Bk.?
Shelu Bk. had 524 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelu Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelu Bk. was 81.03%. Male literacy was 90.61% and female literacy was 71.08%.