Wadgaon Gund - Parner, Ahilyanagar
Wadgaon Gund is a village situated in the Parner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Parner and around 63 km from Ahmadnagar. Nighoj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Gund is 558349. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.74 hectares and falls under the 414306 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Wadgaon Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon Gund
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon Gund village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 457 males and 441 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon Gund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 457 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 330 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 127 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Gund
Wadgaon Gund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devi Bhoyare | North | 2.29 km |
| Patharwadi | South | 2.49 km |
| Pimpri Jalsen | East | 3.60 km |
| Shirsule | West | 3.77 km |
| Nighoj | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Wadzire | North | 4.48 km |
| Morwadi | South-West | 5.42 km |
| Loni Mawala | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Chincholi | North-East | 5.85 km |
| Jawala | South | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon Gund
Public transport in the Wadgaon Gund is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranjangaon Rd, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 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 Ahmadnagar to Wadgaon Gund is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Gund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadgaon Gund 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon Gund
Where is Wadgaon Gund located?
Wadgaon Gund village is located in Parner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon Gund?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon Gund is Nighoj.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Gund?
The pincode of Wadgaon Gund is 414306.
What is the population of Wadgaon Gund?
Wadgaon Gund has a total population of 898, including 457 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Gund?
There are 184 households in Wadgaon Gund.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Gund is 63.03%. Male literacy is 72.21% and female literacy is 53.51%.