Salegaon - Sengaon, Hingoli
Salegaon is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Salegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salegaon is 545727. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 431542 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Salegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Salegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Salegaon village had a total population of 647 people, including 344 males and 303 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.06%, with male literacy at 91.58% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 344 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 71 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 250 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 94 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Salegaon
Salegaon 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 Salegaon
Salegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jintur to Salegaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Salegaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salegaon
Where is Salegaon located?
Salegaon village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Salegaon?
Salegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salegaon?
The pincode of Salegaon is 431542.
What is the population of Salegaon?
Salegaon had a total population of 647, including 344 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Salegaon?
Salegaon had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salegaon was 79.06%. Male literacy was 91.58% and female literacy was 65.76%.