Shelgaon

Shelgaon is a village located in Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Barshitakli (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Bormali is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon village.

Shelgaon has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Shelgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgaon is 530447. The village spans a total geographical area of 553.97 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Shelgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shelgaon 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 Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola 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 Shelgaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 580 297 283
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 38 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 121 63 58
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 7 7
Literate Population 453 249 204
Illiterate Population 127 48 79

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

  • The total population of Shelgaon village is around 580, including approximately 297 males and 283 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Shelgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shelgaon village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shelgaon village is about 78.10%, with male literacy at 83.84% and female literacy at 72.08%.
  • There are around 153 households in Shelgaon village.

Connectivity of Shelgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgaon 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shelgaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgaon

Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is situated in Barshitakli Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon is Bormali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgaon is 580, with 297 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelgaon village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgaon is 78.10%. The male literacy rate is 83.84%, while the female literacy rate is 72.08%.