Shelgaon Atol - Chikhli, Buldhana
Shelgaon Atol is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Chikhli and around 45 km from Buldana. Shelgaon Atol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon Atol is 529218. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310.14 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Shelgaon Atol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon Atol
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon Atol village has a total population of 3,735 people, consisting of 1,876 males and 1,859 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,481 literate and 1,254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon Atol are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon Atol
Shelgaon Atol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangrul Pr Kherda | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Amona | North | 3.26 km |
| Dolkheda Bk. | West | 4.40 km |
| Mangarul | West | 4.69 km |
| Dodra | South | 5.76 km |
| Rupkheda Bk. | South-West | 6.10 km |
| Isrul | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Konad | North | 6.17 km |
| Konad | North | 6.20 km |
| Pimpri Andhale | South-East | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon Atol
Public transport in the Shelgaon Atol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalna, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Shelgaon Atol is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Shelgaon Atol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon Atol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon Atol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon Atol
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 Atol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon Atol
Where is Shelgaon Atol located?
Shelgaon Atol village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon Atol?
Shelgaon Atol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon Atol?
The pincode of Shelgaon Atol is 443201.
What is the population of Shelgaon Atol?
Shelgaon Atol has a total population of 3,735, including 1,876 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon Atol?
There are 810 households in Shelgaon Atol.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon Atol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon Atol is 66.43%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 57.61%.