Wadgaon Tejan - Lonar, Buldhana
Wadgaon Tejan is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Lonar and around 91 km from Buldana. Wadagaon Tejen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon Tejan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Tejan is 529541. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.61 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Wadgaon Tejan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon Tejan
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon Tejan village has a total population of 2,457 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,181 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,596 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 422 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon Tejan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,457 | 1,276 | 1,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 184 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 210 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,596 | 920 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 356 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Tejan
Wadgaon Tejan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tandulwadi | South | 0.66 km |
| Pardi Pr.lonar | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Udanapur | West | 2.61 km |
| Pardi Pr.mehkar | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Koyali | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Yesapur | North | 3.11 km |
| Shara | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | South | 3.73 km |
| Walhur | West | 4.11 km |
| Kamaljapur | South-East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon Tejan
Wadgaon Tejan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonar to Wadgaon Tejan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Wadgaon Tejan is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Tejan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Tejan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Tejan
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 Tejan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon Tejan
Where is Wadgaon Tejan located?
Wadgaon Tejan village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon Tejan?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon Tejan is Wadagaon Tejen.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Tejan?
The pincode of Wadgaon Tejan is 443302.
What is the population of Wadgaon Tejan?
Wadgaon Tejan has a total population of 2,457, including 1,276 males and 1,181 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Tejan?
There are 521 households in Wadgaon Tejan.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Tejan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Tejan is 64.96%. Male literacy is 72.10% and female literacy is 57.24%.