Wadgaon Kurum - Murtijapur, Akola
Wadgaon Kurum is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Vadgaon Kurum serves as the Village Panchayat for Wadgaon Kurum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Kurum is 530280. The village covers a total geographical area of 538 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Wadgaon Kurum 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 Wadgaon Kurum
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon Kurum village had a total population of 884 people, including 436 males and 448 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.38%, with male literacy at 77.34% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 436 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 297 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 139 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Kurum
Wadgaon Kurum 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 Wadgaon Kurum
Wadgaon Kurum is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Wadgaon Kurum.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Wadgaon Kurum is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Wadgaon Kurum is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Kurum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Kurum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Kurum
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 Kurum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon Kurum
Where is Wadgaon Kurum located?
Wadgaon Kurum village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadgaon Kurum?
The Village Panchayat of Wadgaon Kurum is Vadgaon Kurum.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Kurum?
The pincode of Wadgaon Kurum is 444107.
What is the population of Wadgaon Kurum?
Wadgaon Kurum had a total population of 884, including 436 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Kurum?
Wadgaon Kurum had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Kurum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Kurum was 74.38%. Male literacy was 77.34% and female literacy was 71.43%.