Shelgaon Village - Partur, Jalna
Shelgaon is a village situated in the Partur tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Partur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Shelgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon is 548057. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164 hectares and falls under the 431502 pincode. Sailu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shelgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shelgaon
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon village has a total population of 1,671 people, consisting of 840 males and 831 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 778 illiterate residents. Additionally, 340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 840 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 124 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 152 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 529 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 311 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon
Shelgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanwadi | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Angalgaon | East | 2.68 km |
| Torna | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 3.15 km |
| Siddhanath Borgaon | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Lingsa | West | 4.05 km |
| Rangopant Takli | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Aher Borgaon | South-East | 5.37 km |
| Likhit Pimpri | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Satona Bk. | North | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon
Shelgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satuna, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailu to Shelgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Shelgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon
Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is located in Partur Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon?
The pincode of Shelgaon is 431502.
What is the population of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon has a total population of 1,671, including 840 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon?
There are 373 households in Shelgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon is 53.44%. Male literacy is 62.98% and female literacy is 43.80%.