Shegaon - Jat, Sangli
Shegaon is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shegon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shegaon is 568858. The village covers a total geographical area of 3487 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Shegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shegaon
As per Census 2011, Shegaon village has a total population of 5,614 people, consisting of 2,803 males and 2,811 females. The village has 1,166 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 736 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,601 literate and 2,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,614 | 2,803 | 2,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 378 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,143 | 559 | 584 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 13 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,601 | 1,955 | 1,646 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,013 | 848 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Shegaon
Shegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mokashawadi | North | 3.81 km |
| Kaslingwadi | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Antral | East | 4.17 km |
| Bagalwadi | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Kosari | West | 5.36 km |
| Revnal | South | 5.38 km |
| Banali | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Avandi | North-East | 6.66 km |
| Singanhalli | North | 6.67 km |
| Birnal | South | 7.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shegaon
Public transport in the Shegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Shegaon is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shegaon is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shegaon 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 Shegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shegaon
Where is Shegaon located?
Shegaon village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shegaon is Shegon.
What is the pincode of Shegaon?
The pincode of Shegaon is 416404.
What is the population of Shegaon?
Shegaon has a total population of 5,614, including 2,803 males and 2,811 females.
How many households are there in Shegaon?
There are 1,166 households in Shegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shegaon is 64.14%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 58.56%.