Shelgaon Atol
Shelgaon Atol is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Shelgaon Atol village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shelgaon Atol unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Shelgaon Atol’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shelgaon Atol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgaon Atol is 529218. The village spans a total geographical area of 1310.14 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Shelgaon Atol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shelgaon Atol 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 Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shelgaon Atol
Population of Shelgaon Atol
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon Atol has a total population of about 3,735, with approximately 1,876 males and 1,859 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 480 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,199 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.43%, with male literacy at about 75.16% and female literacy near 57.61%. There are around 810 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelgaon Atol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,735 | 1,876 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 244 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,199 | 609 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,481 | 1,410 | 1,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 466 | 788 |
Connectivity of Shelgaon Atol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgaon Atol. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgaon Atol 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon Atol
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelgaon Atol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelgaon Atol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgaon Atol
- Where is Shelgaon Atol located?
- Shelgaon Atol village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon Atol?
- Shelgaon Atol serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shelgaon Atol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgaon Atol is 3,735, with 1,876 males and 1,859 females.
- How many households are there in Shelgaon Atol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelgaon Atol village has a total of 810 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon Atol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgaon Atol is 66.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.16%, while the female literacy rate is 57.61%.