Shelgaon

Shelgaon is a village located in Barshi tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Barshi (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Shelgaon Vhale is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon village.

Here you can discover what makes Shelgaon unique in its vibrant Barshi-Solapur region. You’ll see Shelgaon’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 Shelgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shelgaon is 562027. The village spans a total geographical area of 617.64 hectares. Barshi is nearest town to Shelgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shelgaon 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Shelgaon

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Population of Shelgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon has a total population of about 916, with approximately 490 males and 426 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.74%, with male literacy at about 71.43% and female literacy near 57.04%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shelgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 916 490 426
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 58 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 68 37 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 593 350 243
Illiterate Population 323 140 183

Connectivity of Shelgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shelgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Shelgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shelgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Shelgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shelgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelgaon

Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is situated in Barshi Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon is Shelgaon Vhale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shelgaon is 916, with 490 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shelgaon village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shelgaon is 64.74%. The male literacy rate is 71.43%, while the female literacy rate is 57.04%.