Shelakbav - Kadegaon, Sangli
Shelakbav is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shelakbav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelakbav is 568498. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.85 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shelakbav 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 Shelakbav
As per Census 2011, Shelakbav village has a total population of 1,976 people, consisting of 973 males and 1,003 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,434 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelakbav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,976 | 973 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 74 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,434 | 798 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 175 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Shelakbav
Shelakbav 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadiyeraybag | North | 2.81 km |
| Panchlingnagar | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Bhalwani | South | 3.35 km |
| Shivani | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Wangi | West | 4.71 km |
| Dhawaleshwar | East | 4.76 km |
| Ambegaon | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Kalambi | East | 5.35 km |
| Yewalewadi | North-West | 5.81 km |
| Shirgaon | South-West | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelakbav
Shelakbav is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 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 Vita to Shelakbav is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shelakbav is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelakbav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelakbav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelakbav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelakbav village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelakbav
Where is Shelakbav located?
Shelakbav village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelakbav?
Shelakbav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelakbav?
The pincode of Shelakbav is 415305.
What is the population of Shelakbav?
Shelakbav has a total population of 1,976, including 973 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Shelakbav?
There are 436 households in Shelakbav.
What is the literacy rate in Shelakbav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelakbav is 72.57%. Male literacy is 82.01% and female literacy is 63.41%.