Shelgaon
Shelgaon is a village located in Kalamb tehsil of Osmanabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamb (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Osmanabad. As per 2009 stats, Shelgaon J is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Shelgaon unique in its vibrant Kalamb-Osmanabad region. You’ll see Shelgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shelgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgaon is 561365. The village spans a total geographical area of 952.82 hectares. Osmanabad is nearest town to Shelgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Shelgaon
Population of Shelgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon has a total population of about 1,850, with approximately 970 males and 880 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 30. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.51%, with male literacy at about 80.62% and female literacy near 65.68%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,850 | 970 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 107 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 182 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 782 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 188 | 302 |
Connectivity of Shelgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgaon 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 Shelgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shelgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgaon
- Where is Shelgaon located?
- Shelgaon village is situated in Kalamb Tehsil, within the Osmanabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon is Shelgaon J (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgaon is 1,850, with 970 males and 880 females.
- How many households are there in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shelgaon village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgaon is 73.51%. The male literacy rate is 80.62%, while the female literacy rate is 65.68%.