Belgaon - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Belgaon is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Shevgaon and around 93 km from Ahmadnagar. Belgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belgaon is 557902. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 414503 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Belgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belgaon
As per Census 2011, Belgaon village has a total population of 1,324 people, consisting of 687 males and 637 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 802 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 687 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 802 | 489 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 198 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Belgaon
Belgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chedechandgaon | East | 2.25 km |
| Warkhed | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Mangrul Kh. | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Antarwali Bk. | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Thakur Pimpalgaon | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Chapadgaon | North | 3.26 km |
| Sule Pimpalgaon | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Mangrul Bk. | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Sone Sangavi | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Kolgaon | West | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belgaon
Belgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chikalthana, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Belgaon is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belgaon
Where is Belgaon located?
Belgaon village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belgaon?
Belgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belgaon?
The pincode of Belgaon is 414503.
What is the population of Belgaon?
Belgaon has a total population of 1,324, including 687 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Belgaon?
There are 264 households in Belgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Belgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belgaon is 60.57%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 49.14%.