Shelgaon (Vhale) - Barshi, Solapur
Shelgaon (Vhale) is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shelgaon (Vhale) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon (Vhale) is 562027. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.64 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shelgaon (Vhale) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon (Vhale)
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon (Vhale) village had a total population of 916 people, including 490 males and 426 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 81.02% and female literacy at 66.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 916 | 490 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 350 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 140 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon (Vhale)
Shelgaon (Vhale) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon (Vhale)
Shelgaon (Vhale) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Shelgaon (Vhale).
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Shelgaon (Vhale) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shelgaon (Vhale) is about 78 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 Shelgaon (Vhale)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon (Vhale) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon (Vhale)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelgaon (Vhale) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon (Vhale)
Where is Shelgaon (Vhale) located?
Shelgaon (Vhale) village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon (Vhale)?
Shelgaon (Vhale) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon (Vhale)?
The pincode of Shelgaon (Vhale) is 413401.
What is the population of Shelgaon (Vhale)?
Shelgaon (Vhale) had a total population of 916, including 490 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon (Vhale)?
Shelgaon (Vhale) had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon (Vhale)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon (Vhale) was 74.59%. Male literacy was 81.02% and female literacy was 66.94%.