Shalgaon - Kadegaon, Sangli
Shalgaon is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalgaon is 568472. The village covers a total geographical area of 2277 hectares and falls under the 415304 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shalgaon village had a total population of 3,710 people, including 1,894 males and 1,816 females, living in 840 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.37%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 71.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 389, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shalgaon
Shalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bombalewadi | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Karandewadi | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Vihapur | South | 3.77 km |
| Yede | East | 4.14 km |
| Kamathi | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Renusewadi | South | 4.83 km |
| Pachund | West | 4.84 km |
| Hingangaon Bk | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Shamgaon | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Pargaon | North | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shalgaon
Public transport in the Shalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 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 Karad to Shalgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shalgaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shalgaon
Where is Shalgaon located?
Shalgaon village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalgaon?
Shalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shalgaon?
The pincode of Shalgaon is 415304.
What is the population of Shalgaon?
Shalgaon had a total population of 3,710, including 1,894 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Shalgaon?
Shalgaon had 840 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalgaon was 81.37%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 71.71%.