Wadegaon
Wadegaon is a village located in Balapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Balapur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Wadegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wadegaon unique in its vibrant Balapur-Akola region. You’ll see Wadegaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wadegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadegaon is 529971. The village spans a total geographical area of 4080.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444502. Balapur is nearest town to Wadegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Wadegaon
Population of Wadegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wadegaon has a total population of about 18,257, with approximately 9,296 males and 8,961 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,049 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 154. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.82%, with male literacy at about 81.38% and female literacy near 74.12%. There are around 4,119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,257 | 9,296 | 8,961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,306 | 1,195 | 1,111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,049 | 1,517 | 1,532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 81 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 14,207 | 7,565 | 6,642 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,050 | 1,731 | 2,319 |
Connectivity of Wadegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wadegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wadegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Wadegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadegaon
- Where is Wadegaon located?
- Wadegaon village is situated in Balapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadegaon?
- Wadegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wadegaon?
- The pincode of Wadegaon is 444502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wadegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadegaon is 18,257, with 9,296 males and 8,961 females.
- How many households are there in Wadegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wadegaon village has a total of 4,119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadegaon is 77.82%. The male literacy rate is 81.38%, while the female literacy rate is 74.12%.