Shelgaon - Indapur, Pune
Shelgaon is a village situated in the Indapur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indapur and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Shelgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon is 557046. The village covers a total geographical area of 3996 hectares and falls under the 413114 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shelgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shelgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon village had a total population of 8,215 people, including 4,219 males and 3,996 females, living in 1,825 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.15%, with male literacy at 83.86% and female literacy at 68.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 8,215 | 4,219 | 3,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,036 | 558 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,213 | 625 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 5,467 | 3,070 | 2,397 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,748 | 1,149 | 1,599 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharnewadi | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Hagarewadi | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Anthurne | West | 4.62 km |
| Vyahali | East | 5.36 km |
| Gotondi | South-East | 6.36 km |
| Rui | North | 7.52 km |
| Ranmodwadi | South-West | 7.86 km |
| Nimgaon Ketki | South-East | 8.52 km |
| Birgundwadi | North-West | 8.55 km |
| Gosaviwadi | North | 8.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon
Shelgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parewadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indapur to Shelgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Shelgaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon
Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is located in Indapur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon is Shelgoan.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon?
The pincode of Shelgaon is 413114.
What is the population of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon had a total population of 8,215, including 4,219 males and 3,996 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon?
Shelgaon had 1,825 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon was 76.15%. Male literacy was 83.86% and female literacy was 68.14%.