Shekhawas
Shekhawas is a village located in Marwar Junction tehsil of Pali district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Marwar Junction (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Pali. As per 2009 stats, Shekhawas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shekhawas unique in its vibrant Marwar Junction-Pali region. You’ll see Shekhawas’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 Shekhawas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhawas is 090954. The village spans a total geographical area of 653 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 306103. Sojat is nearest town to Shekhawas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shekhawas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Marwar junction Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Pali Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shekhawas
Population of Shekhawas
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhawas has a total population of about 1,712, with approximately 800 males and 912 females. The sex ratio is around 1140 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 491 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.94%, with male literacy at about 62.38% and female literacy near 39.04%. There are around 451 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhawas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,712 | 800 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 236 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 855 | 499 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 301 | 556 |
Connectivity of Shekhawas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhawas. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhawas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekhawas
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhawas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhawas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhawas
- Where is Shekhawas located?
- Shekhawas village is situated in Marwar Junction Tehsil, within the Pali district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhawas?
- Shekhawas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shekhawas?
- The pincode of Shekhawas is 306103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shekhawas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhawas is 1,712, with 800 males and 912 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhawas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhawas village has a total of 451 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhawas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhawas is 49.94%. The male literacy rate is 62.38%, while the female literacy rate is 39.04%.