Shelgaon Bk. - Ardhapur, Nanded
Shelgaon Bk. is a village situated in the Ardhapur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ardhapur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shelgaon (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelgaon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon Bk. is 544632. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 431605 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shelgaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhokar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon Bk.
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon Bk. village has a total population of 1,633 people, consisting of 837 males and 796 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 913 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 837 | 796 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 111 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 545 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 292 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon Bk.
Shelgaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelgaon Kh. | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Pasadgaon | West | 1.73 km |
| Khurgaon | West | 2.03 km |
| Nijampur | North | 2.13 km |
| Kakandi Tarf Pasadgaon | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Pimpalgaon (m) | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Bamni | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Nandusa | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Mendhala Bk. | North | 3.61 km |
| Nerli | West | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon Bk.
Shelgaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maltekdi, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Shelgaon Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon Bk.
Where is Shelgaon Bk. located?
Shelgaon Bk. village is located in Ardhapur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon Bk. is Shelgaon (bk).
What is the pincode of Shelgaon Bk.?
The pincode of Shelgaon Bk. is 431605.
What is the population of Shelgaon Bk.?
Shelgaon Bk. has a total population of 1,633, including 837 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon Bk.?
There are 288 households in Shelgaon Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon Bk. is 55.91%. Male literacy is 65.11% and female literacy is 46.23%.