Wadgaon (Shirdhon) - Kalamb, Dharashiv
Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is a village situated in the Kalamb tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Kalamb and around 45 km from Osmanabad. Wadgaon (s) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon (Shirdhon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is 561342. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.75 hectares and falls under the 413525 pincode. Kalamb is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Wadgaon (Shirdhon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon (Shirdhon) village has a total population of 1,935 people, consisting of 995 males and 940 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,340 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon (Shirdhon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,935 | 995 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 143 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 226 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 757 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 238 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)
Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)
Public transport in the Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalamb to Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon (Shirdhon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon (Shirdhon) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon (Shirdhon)
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 (Shirdhon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon (Shirdhon)
Where is Wadgaon (Shirdhon) located?
Wadgaon (Shirdhon) village is located in Kalamb Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is Wadgaon (s).
What is the pincode of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
The pincode of Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is 413525.
What is the population of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
Wadgaon (Shirdhon) has a total population of 1,935, including 995 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
There are 405 households in Wadgaon (Shirdhon).
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon (Shirdhon) is 69.25%. Male literacy is 76.08% and female literacy is 62.02%.