Shelgaon - Deglur, Nanded
Shelgaon is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shelgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon is 545624. The village covers a total geographical area of 1482.05 hectares and falls under the 431723 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shelgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deglur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon village has a total population of 3,939 people, consisting of 2,010 males and 1,929 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,146 literate and 1,793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 847 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,939 | 2,010 | 1,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 264 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 446 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 2,146 | 1,272 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,793 | 738 | 1,055 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shekhapur | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Tamlur | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Shevala | North | 3.73 km |
| Mendankallur | South | 4.18 km |
| Nandur | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Kare Malkapur | West | 4.61 km |
| Rampur Thadi | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Sangvi Umar | South | 5.37 km |
| Alur | West | 5.76 km |
| Thadi Sawargaon | South-West | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shelgaon. The nearest railway station is Bodhan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Shelgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shelgaon is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shelgaon
Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded 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 431723.
What is the population of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon has a total population of 3,939, including 2,010 males and 1,929 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon?
There are 919 households in Shelgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon is 54.48%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 45.31%.