Shilegaon

Shilegaon is a village located in Rahuri tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rahuri (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shilegaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Shilegaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shilegaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shilegaon is 558245. The village spans a total geographical area of 623.85 hectares. Rahuri is nearest town to Shilegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shilegaon 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 Rahuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shilegaon

Below is a concise population overview of Shilegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,645 847 798
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 151 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 269 136 133
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 132 72 60
Literate Population 1,151 638 513
Illiterate Population 494 209 285

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shilegaon village:

  • The total population of Shilegaon village is around 1,645, including approximately 847 males and 798 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Shilegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shilegaon village has 269 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 132 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shilegaon village is about 69.97%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 64.29%.
  • There are around 302 households in Shilegaon village.

Connectivity of Shilegaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shilegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shilegaon 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shilegaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Shilegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shilegaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shilegaon

Where is Shilegaon located?
Shilegaon village is situated in Rahuri Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilegaon?
Shilegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shilegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shilegaon is 1,645, with 847 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Shilegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shilegaon village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilegaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shilegaon is 69.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.32%, while the female literacy rate is 64.29%.