Wadgaon
About Wadgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wadgaon village is 538897. Wadgaon village is located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Devsur is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 880.63 hectares. Wadgaon has a total population of 367 peoples, out of which male population is 188 while female population is 179. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wadgaon village is 51.77% out of which 56.38% males and 46.93% females are literate. There are about 77 houses in wadgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Wadgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Wadgaon village comes under Armori Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadchiroli is nearest town to wadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
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Population of Wadgaon
The population details of Wadgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 74 | 46 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Connectivity of Wadgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wadgaon
Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Devsur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadgaon is 367, with 188 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadgaon is 51.77%. The male literacy rate is 56.38%, while the female literacy rate is 46.93%.