Wahegaon - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Wahegaon is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Gangapur and around 51 km from Aurangabad. Wahegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wahegaon is 549332. The village covers a total geographical area of 2088 hectares and falls under the 431109 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Wahegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wahegaon
As per Census 2011, Wahegaon village has a total population of 4,377 people, consisting of 2,256 males and 2,121 females. The village has 927 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 582 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,738 literate and 1,639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wahegaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wahegaon
Wahegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alamgirpur | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Mudhesh Wadgaon | East | 3.45 km |
| Gadhe Pimpalgaon | West | 3.64 km |
| Nevargaon | South | 4.09 km |
| Agar Kanadgaon | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Warkhed | North | 4.48 km |
| Haibatpur | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Mali Ghogargaon | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Hakikatpur | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Manjari | North-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wahegaon
Wahegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nipani Vadgaon, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| 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 Gangapur to Wahegaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Wahegaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wahegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wahegaon 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 Wahegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wahegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wahegaon
Where is Wahegaon located?
Wahegaon village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wahegaon?
Wahegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wahegaon?
The pincode of Wahegaon is 431109.
What is the population of Wahegaon?
Wahegaon has a total population of 4,377, including 2,256 males and 2,121 females.
How many households are there in Wahegaon?
There are 927 households in Wahegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wahegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wahegaon is 62.55%. Male literacy is 71.72% and female literacy is 52.81%.