Shelgaon
Shelgaon is a village located in Badnapur tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Badnapur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Shelgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shelgaon unique in its vibrant Badnapur-Jalna region. You’ll see Shelgaon’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgaon is 547713. The village spans a total geographical area of 949 hectares. Jalna is nearest town to Shelgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Shelgaon
Population of Shelgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon has a total population of about 3,619, with approximately 1,835 males and 1,784 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 470 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 821 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 64.63%, with male literacy at about 71.99% and female literacy near 57.06%. There are around 680 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,619 | 1,835 | 1,784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 254 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 421 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,339 | 1,321 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 514 | 766 |
Connectivity of Shelgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgaon
- Where is Shelgaon located?
- Shelgaon village is situated in Badnapur Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
- Shelgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgaon is 3,619, with 1,835 males and 1,784 females.
- How many households are there in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelgaon village has a total of 680 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgaon is 64.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.99%, while the female literacy rate is 57.06%.