Waigaon
Waigaon is a village located in Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Chamorshi (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Waigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Waigaon has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Waigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waigaon is 539309. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.45 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Waigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
Google Map of Waigaon
Population of Waigaon
Below is a concise population overview of Waigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 400 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 153 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 304 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 96 | 137 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waigaon village:
- The total population of Waigaon village is around 753, including approximately 400 males and 353 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Waigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waigaon village has 277 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 271 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waigaon village is about 69.06%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 61.19%.
- There are around 207 households in Waigaon village.
Connectivity of Waigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Waigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Waigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waigaon
- Where is Waigaon located?
- Waigaon village is situated in Chamorshi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waigaon?
- Waigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Waigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waigaon is 753, with 400 males and 353 females.
- How many households are there in Waigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waigaon village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waigaon is 69.06%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 61.19%.