Shelgaon - Anjangaon Surji, Amravati
Shelgaon is a village situated in the Anjangaon Surji tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjangaon Surji and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Shelgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon is 531759. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.54 hectares and falls under the 444705 pincode. Anjangaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shelgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shelgaon
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon village has a total population of 639 people, consisting of 331 males and 308 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 331 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 293 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon
Shelgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon
Shelgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Anjangaon to Shelgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Shelgaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon
Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is located in Anjangaon Surji Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon?
The pincode of Shelgaon is 444705.
What is the population of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon has a total population of 639, including 331 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon?
There are 153 households in Shelgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon is 86.07%. Male literacy is 88.52% and female literacy is 83.44%.