Shelmoha - Gangakhed, Parbhani
Shelmoha is a village situated in the Gangakhed tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangakhed and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Shelmoha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelmoha is 547044. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shelmoha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shelmoha
According to the 2011 Census, Shelmoha village had a total population of 1,568 people, including 816 males and 752 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 86.16% and female literacy at 71.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 816 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 137 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 138 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 585 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 231 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Shelmoha
Shelmoha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadyachiwadi | South | 1.54 km |
| Tandulwadi | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Antarweli | North | 2.85 km |
| Daithana Ghat | West | 3.15 km |
| Guttewadi | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Wagdari | East | 3.55 km |
| Murkutwadi | South | 3.72 km |
| Katkarwadi | North | 4.04 km |
| Katkarwadi | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Khodwa Sawargaon | North-West | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelmoha
Shelmoha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghat Nandur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangakhed to Shelmoha is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Shelmoha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelmoha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelmoha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shelmoha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelmoha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelmoha
Where is Shelmoha located?
Shelmoha village is located in Gangakhed Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shelmoha?
Shelmoha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelmoha?
The pincode of Shelmoha is 431514.
What is the population of Shelmoha?
Shelmoha had a total population of 1,568, including 816 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Shelmoha?
Shelmoha had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelmoha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelmoha was 78.87%. Male literacy was 86.16% and female literacy was 71.27%.