Walgaon
Walgaon is a village located in Amravati tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Amravati (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Walgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Walgaon has its own place in the vibrant Amravati 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 Walgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Walgaon is 532666. The village spans a total geographical area of 2332.72 hectares. Amravati is nearest town to Walgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Walgaon 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 Teosa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amravati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Walgaon
Population of Walgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Walgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,874 | 7,598 | 7,276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,613 | 834 | 779 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,609 | 1,326 | 1,283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 877 | 452 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 11,644 | 6,189 | 5,455 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,230 | 1,409 | 1,821 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Walgaon village:
- The total population of Walgaon village is around 14,874, including approximately 7,598 males and 7,276 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,613 children aged 0–6 years in Walgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Walgaon village has 2,609 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 877 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Walgaon village is about 78.28%, with male literacy at 81.46% and female literacy at 74.97%.
- There are around 3,354 households in Walgaon village.
Connectivity of Walgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Walgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Walgaon 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 Walgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Walgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Walgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Walgaon
- Where is Walgaon located?
- Walgaon village is situated in Amravati Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Walgaon?
- Walgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Walgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Walgaon is 14,874, with 7,598 males and 7,276 females.
- How many households are there in Walgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Walgaon village has a total of 3,354 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Walgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Walgaon is 78.28%. The male literacy rate is 81.46%, while the female literacy rate is 74.97%.