Shekapur - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Shekapur is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Adrashanwan serves as the Village Panchayat for Shekapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekapur is 543874. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.79 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shekapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekapur village had a total population of 229 people, including 115 males and 114 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.65%, with male literacy at 91.74% and female literacy at 79.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 43 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Shekapur
Shekapur 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 Shekapur
Shekapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Shekapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Shekapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shekapur is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shekapur
Where is Shekapur located?
Shekapur village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shekapur?
The Village Panchayat of Shekapur is Adrashanwan.
What is the pincode of Shekapur?
The pincode of Shekapur is 445304.
What is the population of Shekapur?
Shekapur had a total population of 229, including 115 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Shekapur?
Shekapur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekapur was 85.65%. Male literacy was 91.74% and female literacy was 79.44%.