Shalgaon
Shalgaon is a village located in Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kadegaon (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Shalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shalgaon unique in its vibrant Kadegaon-Sangli region. You’ll see Shalgaon’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 Shalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shalgaon is 568472. The village spans a total geographical area of 2277 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415304. Karad is nearest town to Shalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shalgaon 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 Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shalgaon
Population of Shalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shalgaon has a total population of about 3,710, with approximately 1,894 males and 1,816 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 388 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 389 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.86%, with male literacy at about 80.89% and female literacy near 64.48%. There are around 840 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,710 | 1,894 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 205 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 191 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,703 | 1,532 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 362 | 645 |
Connectivity of Shalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shalgaon 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 Shalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Shalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shalgaon
- Where is Shalgaon located?
- Shalgaon village is situated in Kadegaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shalgaon?
- Shalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shalgaon?
- The pincode of Shalgaon is 415304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shalgaon is 3,710, with 1,894 males and 1,816 females.
- How many households are there in Shalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shalgaon village has a total of 840 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shalgaon is 72.86%. The male literacy rate is 80.89%, while the female literacy rate is 64.48%.