Shelgaon (Gauri) - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Shelgaon (Gauri) is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shelgaon Gauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelgaon (Gauri) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon (Gauri) is 545164. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.18 hectares and falls under the 431736 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shelgaon (Gauri) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon (Gauri)
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon (Gauri) village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 892 males and 869 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,079 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon (Gauri) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 892 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 119 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 271 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 634 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 258 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon (Gauri)
Shelgaon (Gauri) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon (Gauri)
Shelgaon (Gauri) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Shelgaon (Gauri) is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shelgaon (Gauri) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon (Gauri)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon (Gauri) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon (Gauri)
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 (Gauri) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon (Gauri)
Where is Shelgaon (Gauri) located?
Shelgaon (Gauri) village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon (Gauri)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon (Gauri) is Shelgaon Gauri.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon (Gauri)?
The pincode of Shelgaon (Gauri) is 431736.
What is the population of Shelgaon (Gauri)?
Shelgaon (Gauri) has a total population of 1,761, including 892 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon (Gauri)?
There are 427 households in Shelgaon (Gauri).
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon (Gauri)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon (Gauri) is 61.27%. Male literacy is 71.08% and female literacy is 51.21%.