Shelgaon - Murbad, Thane
Shelgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Shelgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelgaon is 553194. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.3 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Shelgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shelgaon
As per Census 2011, Shelgaon village has a total population of 743 people, consisting of 376 males and 367 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shelgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 376 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 286 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 90 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Shelgaon
Shelgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wanote | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Khed | North | 1.81 km |
| Mandus | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Shai | West | 3.03 km |
| Alawe | North | 3.11 km |
| Jadai | South | 3.71 km |
| Talegaon | East | 4.11 km |
| Shiroshi | West | 4.21 km |
| Gunde | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Mal | South-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shelgaon
Shelgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khardi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Shelgaon is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Shelgaon is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shelgaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelgaon
Where is Shelgaon located?
Shelgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelgaon is Shelgoan.
What is the pincode of Shelgaon?
The pincode of Shelgaon is 421402.
What is the population of Shelgaon?
Shelgaon has a total population of 743, including 376 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Shelgaon?
There are 158 households in Shelgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shelgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelgaon is 68.37%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 60.49%.