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 Village 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)
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon (Shirdhon) village had a total population of 1,935 people, including 995 males and 940 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.10%, with male literacy at 88.85% and female literacy at 71.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 436, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
The Village 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) had a total population of 1,935, including 995 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
Wadgaon (Shirdhon) had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon (Shirdhon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon (Shirdhon) was 80.10%. Male literacy was 88.85% and female literacy was 71.01%.