Shelgi
Shelgi is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Shelgi village is also a gram panchayat.
Shelgi has its own place in the vibrant Latur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shelgi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgi is 560819. The village spans a total geographical area of 807.31 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Shelgi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shelgi 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 Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shelgi
Population of Shelgi
Below is a concise population overview of Shelgi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,255 | 1,168 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 161 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 154 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 72 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 818 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 350 | 463 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shelgi village:
- The total population of Shelgi village is around 2,255, including approximately 1,168 males and 1,087 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Shelgi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shelgi village has 300 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 156 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shelgi village is about 63.95%, with male literacy at 70.03% and female literacy at 57.41%.
- There are around 451 households in Shelgi village.
Connectivity of Shelgi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgi. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgi 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 Shelgi
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelgi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelgi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgi
- Where is Shelgi located?
- Shelgi village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelgi?
- Shelgi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shelgi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgi is 2,255, with 1,168 males and 1,087 females.
- How many households are there in Shelgi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelgi village has a total of 451 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelgi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgi is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 70.03%, while the female literacy rate is 57.41%.