Shelgaon (Wangi) - Karmala, Solapur
Shelgaon (Wangi) is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shelgaon (Wangi) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon (Wangi) is 561871. The village covers a total geographical area of 1707 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shelgaon (Wangi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon (Wangi)
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon (Wangi) village has a total population of 4,021 people, consisting of 2,090 males and 1,931 females. The village has 858 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,870 literate and 1,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon (Wangi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,021 | 2,090 | 1,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 276 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 212 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 2,870 | 1,633 | 1,237 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 457 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon (Wangi)
Shelgaon (Wangi) 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 (Wangi)
Public transport in the Shelgaon (Wangi) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Shelgaon (Wangi) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shelgaon (Wangi) is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon (Wangi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon (Wangi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon (Wangi)
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 (Wangi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon (Wangi)
Where is Shelgaon (Wangi) located?
Shelgaon (Wangi) village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon (Wangi)?
Shelgaon (Wangi) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon (Wangi)?
The pincode of Shelgaon (Wangi) is 413202.
What is the population of Shelgaon (Wangi)?
Shelgaon (Wangi) has a total population of 4,021, including 2,090 males and 1,931 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon (Wangi)?
There are 858 households in Shelgaon (Wangi).
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon (Wangi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon (Wangi) is 71.38%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 64.06%.