Wadegaon - Armori, Gadchiroli
Wadegaon is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kurandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadegaon is 538554. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.21 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Wadegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadegaon
As per Census 2011, Wadegaon village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 189 males and 188 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 189 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 153 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 149 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 40 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Wadegaon
Wadegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurandi Chak | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Naroti Chak | West | 1.29 km |
| Vihirgaon | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Kurandi Mal | East | 2.03 km |
| Koregaon | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Umari | East | 3.13 km |
| Mohatola Alies Kukadi | West | 3.30 km |
| Hirapur Rith | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Yengada | East | 4.12 km |
| Thotebodi | North-East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadegaon
Wadegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Desaiganj to Wadegaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Wadegaon is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadegaon 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 Wadegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadegaon
Where is Wadegaon located?
Wadegaon village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadegaon is Kurandi.
What is the pincode of Wadegaon?
The pincode of Wadegaon is 441217.
What is the population of Wadegaon?
Wadegaon has a total population of 377, including 189 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Wadegaon?
There are 102 households in Wadegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wadegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadegaon is 69.23%. Male literacy is 78.84% and female literacy is 59.57%.