Wadgaon(Kosami) - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Wadgaon(Kosami) is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Devsur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon(Kosami) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon(Kosami) is 538897. The village covers a total geographical area of 880.63 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Wadgaon(Kosami) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon(Kosami)
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon(Kosami) village had a total population of 367 people, including 188 males and 179 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.85%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 55.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 46 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon(Kosami)
Wadgaon(Kosami) 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(Kosami)
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Wadgaon(Kosami).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadchiroli to Wadgaon(Kosami) is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Wadgaon(Kosami) is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon(Kosami)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon(Kosami) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon(Kosami)
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(Kosami) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon(Kosami)
Where is Wadgaon(Kosami) located?
Wadgaon(Kosami) village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon(Kosami)?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon(Kosami) is Devsur.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon(Kosami)?
The pincode of Wadgaon(Kosami) is 442606.
What is the population of Wadgaon(Kosami)?
Wadgaon(Kosami) had a total population of 367, including 188 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon(Kosami)?
Wadgaon(Kosami) had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon(Kosami)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon(Kosami) was 64.85%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 55.63%.