Shedgaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Shedgaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Shrigonda and around 75 km from Ahmadnagar. Shedgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shedgaon is 558474. The village covers a total geographical area of 1889 hectares and falls under the 413701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shedgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shedgaon
As per Census 2011, Shedgaon village has a total population of 4,485 people, consisting of 2,371 males and 2,114 females. The village has 881 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,011 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shedgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,485 | 2,371 | 2,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 279 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 496 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 3,011 | 1,744 | 1,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 627 | 847 |
Nearby Villages of Shedgaon
Shedgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandwadi | West | 3.86 km |
| Jalalpur | South | 3.90 km |
| Taju | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Chandgaon | North | 5.79 km |
| Rakshaswadi Bk. | East | 6.47 km |
| Pedgaon | West | 6.63 km |
| Balwandi | East | 6.96 km |
| Siddhatek | South | 7.01 km |
| Bhingan Dumala | North-West | 7.21 km |
| Pedgaon | South-West | 7.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shedgaon
Shedgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shrigonda Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Shedgaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Shedgaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shedgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shedgaon 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 Shedgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shedgaon 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 Shedgaon
Where is Shedgaon located?
Shedgaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shedgaon?
Shedgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shedgaon?
The pincode of Shedgaon is 413701.
What is the population of Shedgaon?
Shedgaon has a total population of 4,485, including 2,371 males and 2,114 females.
How many households are there in Shedgaon?
There are 881 households in Shedgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shedgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shedgaon is 67.13%. Male literacy is 73.56% and female literacy is 59.93%.