Shengaon
Shengaon is a village located in Khalapur tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Khalapur (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Mankiwal is the gram panchayat of Shengaon village.
Shengaon has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shengaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shengaon is 553758. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.42 hectares. Khopoli is nearest town to Shengaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shengaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karjat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Maval Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shengaon
Population of Shengaon
Below is a concise population overview of Shengaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 520 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 80 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 746 | 409 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 111 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shengaon village:
- The total population of Shengaon village is around 967, including approximately 520 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Shengaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shengaon village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shengaon village is about 77.15%, with male literacy at 78.65% and female literacy at 75.39%.
- There are around 198 households in Shengaon village.
Connectivity of Shengaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shengaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shengaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shengaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shengaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shengaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shengaon
- Where is Shengaon located?
- Shengaon village is situated in Khalapur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shengaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shengaon is Mankiwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shengaon is 967, with 520 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Shengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shengaon village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shengaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shengaon is 77.15%. The male literacy rate is 78.65%, while the female literacy rate is 75.39%.