Shelve - Pandharpur, Solapur
Shelve is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shelve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelve is 562329. The village covers a total geographical area of 1471.36 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Shelve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelve
As per Census 2011, Shelve village has a total population of 3,342 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,606 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,197 literate and 1,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,342 | 1,736 | 1,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 226 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 146 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,197 | 1,276 | 921 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 460 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Shelve
Shelve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khed Bhalawani | East | 2.69 km |
| Devade | North | 3.69 km |
| Bhandi Shegaon | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Wadi Kuroli | West | 3.92 km |
| Kauthali | East | 5.73 km |
| Patvardhan Kuroli | North-West | 6.18 km |
| Pirachi Kuroli | West | 6.85 km |
| Upari | South | 6.92 km |
| Wakhari | South-East | 7.10 km |
| Shevate | North | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelve
Shelve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Shelve is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shelve is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelve 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 Shelve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelve
Where is Shelve located?
Shelve village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelve?
Shelve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelve?
The pincode of Shelve is 413304.
What is the population of Shelve?
Shelve has a total population of 3,342, including 1,736 males and 1,606 females.
How many households are there in Shelve?
There are 680 households in Shelve.
What is the literacy rate in Shelve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelve is 65.74%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 57.35%.