Vadgaon - Barshitakli, Akola
Vadgaon is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Vadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon is 530566. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Vadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon village has a total population of 1,487 people, consisting of 780 males and 707 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 849 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,487 | 780 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 132 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 506 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 274 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon
Vadgaon 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 Vadgaon
Vadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akola to Vadgaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon
Where is Vadgaon located?
Vadgaon village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon?
The pincode of Vadgaon is 444107.
What is the population of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon has a total population of 1,487, including 780 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon?
There are 382 households in Vadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon is 57.09%. Male literacy is 64.87% and female literacy is 48.51%.