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 Village 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)
According to the 2011 Census, Shelgaon (Wangi) village had a total population of 4,021 people, including 2,090 males and 1,931 females, living in 858 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.35%, with male literacy at 90.02% and female literacy at 72.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 421, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Shelgaon (Wangi)?
Shelgaon (Wangi) is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon (Wangi)?
The pincode of Shelgaon (Wangi) is 413202.
What is the population of Shelgaon (Wangi)?
Shelgaon (Wangi) had a total population of 4,021, including 2,090 males and 1,931 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon (Wangi)?
Shelgaon (Wangi) had 858 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon (Wangi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon (Wangi) was 81.35%. Male literacy was 90.02% and female literacy was 72.17%.