Wairagad
Wairagad is a village located in Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Armori (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Vairagad is the gram panchayat of Wairagad village.
Here you can discover what makes Wairagad unique in its vibrant Armori-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Wairagad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wairagad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wairagad is 538551. The village spans a total geographical area of 1079 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Wairagad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Wairagad
Population of Wairagad
According to the 2011 Census, Wairagad has a total population of about 4,867, with approximately 2,454 males and 2,413 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 501 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 962 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 399. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.76%, with male literacy at about 78.69% and female literacy near 66.72%. There are around 1,223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wairagad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,867 | 2,454 | 2,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 267 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 481 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 201 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 3,541 | 1,931 | 1,610 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 523 | 803 |
Connectivity of Wairagad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wairagad. As per the 2011 stats, Wairagad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wairagad
Knowing the nearby villages of Wairagad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wairagad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wairagad
- Where is Wairagad located?
- Wairagad village is situated in Armori Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wairagad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wairagad is Vairagad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Wairagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wairagad is 4,867, with 2,454 males and 2,413 females.
- How many households are there in Wairagad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wairagad village has a total of 1,223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wairagad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wairagad is 72.76%. The male literacy rate is 78.69%, while the female literacy rate is 66.72%.