Zadegaon - Shegaon, Buldhana
Zadegaon is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Shegaon and around 77 km from Buldana. Zadegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zadegaon is 528425. The village covers a total geographical area of 1345.46 hectares and falls under the 444203 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Zadegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon (Jamod) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zadegaon
As per Census 2011, Zadegaon village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 679 males and 637 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,003 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Zadegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 679 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 188 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 546 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 133 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Zadegaon
Zadegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manegaon | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Adsul | North | 2.57 km |
| Palodi | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Padsul | North | 3.53 km |
| Mehen (ujad) | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Hingana Adsul | North | 4.79 km |
| Wazegaon | North | 5.09 km |
| Hingana Nimba | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Kalkhed | West | 5.20 km |
| Bhortek | East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Zadegaon
Zadegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shegaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shegaon to Zadegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Zadegaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zadegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zadegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Zadegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zadegaon 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 Zadegaon
Where is Zadegaon located?
Zadegaon village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Zadegaon?
Zadegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zadegaon?
The pincode of Zadegaon is 444203.
What is the population of Zadegaon?
Zadegaon has a total population of 1,316, including 679 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Zadegaon?
There are 296 households in Zadegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Zadegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zadegaon is 76.22%. Male literacy is 80.41% and female literacy is 71.74%.