Wahegaon
Wahegaon is a village located in Gangapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Gangapur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Wahegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wahegaon unique in its vibrant Gangapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Wahegaon’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 Wahegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahegaon is 549332. The village spans a total geographical area of 2088 hectares. Gangapur is nearest town to Wahegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Wahegaon
Population of Wahegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wahegaon has a total population of about 4,377, with approximately 2,256 males and 2,121 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 582 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 683 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 69. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.55%, with male literacy at about 71.72% and female literacy near 52.81%. There are around 927 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wahegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,377 | 2,256 | 2,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 319 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 340 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 2,738 | 1,618 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,639 | 638 | 1,001 |
Connectivity of Wahegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wahegaon 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 Wahegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Wahegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wahegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahegaon
- Where is Wahegaon located?
- Wahegaon village is situated in Gangapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wahegaon?
- Wahegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wahegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahegaon is 4,377, with 2,256 males and 2,121 females.
- How many households are there in Wahegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wahegaon village has a total of 927 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wahegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahegaon is 62.55%. The male literacy rate is 71.72%, while the female literacy rate is 52.81%.