Shekhala
Shekhala is a village located in Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Shergarh (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Shekhala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shekhala unique in its vibrant Shergarh-Jodhpur region. You’ll see Shekhala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shekhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhala is 085303. The village spans a total geographical area of 1917 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342025. Jodhpur is nearest town to Shekhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 91km away.
Google Map of Shekhala
Population of Shekhala
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhala has a total population of about 2,966, with approximately 1,582 males and 1,384 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 648 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 965 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 193. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.19%, with male literacy at about 51.26% and female literacy near 21.10%. There are around 483 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,966 | 1,582 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 648 | 339 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 965 | 515 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 811 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 771 | 1,092 |
Connectivity of Shekhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhala. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhala
- Where is Shekhala located?
- Shekhala village is situated in Shergarh Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhala?
- Shekhala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shekhala?
- The pincode of Shekhala is 342025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhala is 2,966, with 1,582 males and 1,384 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhala village has a total of 483 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhala is 37.19%. The male literacy rate is 51.26%, while the female literacy rate is 21.10%.