Wadgaon

Wadgaon is a village located in Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Barshitakli (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Vadgaon is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon village.

Wadgaon has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Wadgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadgaon is 530566. The village spans a total geographical area of 465 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Wadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wadgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Wadgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Wadgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wadgaon village:

  • The total population of Wadgaon village is around 1,487, including approximately 780 males and 707 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 236 children aged 0–6 years in Wadgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wadgaon village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wadgaon village is about 57.09%, with male literacy at 64.87% and female literacy at 48.51%.
  • There are around 382 households in Wadgaon village.

Connectivity of Wadgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wadgaon 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wadgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Wadgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wadgaon

Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is situated in Barshitakli Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Vadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadgaon is 1,487, with 780 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village has a total of 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadgaon is 57.09%. The male literacy rate is 64.87%, while the female literacy rate is 48.51%.