Shelgaon Jahangir
Shelgaon Jahangir is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Shelgaon Jahangir village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shelgaon Jahangir unique in its vibrant Chikhli-Buldana region. You’ll see Shelgaon Jahangir’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 Jahangir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgaon Jahangir is 529144. The village spans a total geographical area of 703.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 443201. Chikhli is nearest town to Shelgaon Jahangir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shelgaon Jahangir 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 Chikhli 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 Jahangir
Population of Shelgaon Jahangir
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon Jahangir has a total population of about 1,222, with approximately 621 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 268 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.60%, with male literacy at about 81.16% and female literacy near 61.73%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelgaon Jahangir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 621 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 875 | 504 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 117 | 230 |
Connectivity of Shelgaon Jahangir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgaon Jahangir. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgaon Jahangir 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 Jahangir
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelgaon Jahangir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelgaon Jahangir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgaon Jahangir
- Where is Shelgaon Jahangir located?
- Shelgaon Jahangir village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon Jahangir?
- Shelgaon Jahangir serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shelgaon Jahangir?
- The pincode of Shelgaon Jahangir is 443201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shelgaon Jahangir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgaon Jahangir is 1,222, with 621 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Shelgaon Jahangir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelgaon Jahangir village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon Jahangir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgaon Jahangir is 71.60%. The male literacy rate is 81.16%, while the female literacy rate is 61.73%.