Wadgaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Wadgaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Salebhatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon is 538966. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village had a total population of 109 people, including 55 males and 54 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.48%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 13 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon
Wadgaon 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
Public transport in the Wadgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Wadgaon is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon
Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Salebhatti.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon?
The pincode of Wadgaon is 442606.
What is the population of Wadgaon?
Wadgaon had a total population of 109, including 55 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon?
Wadgaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon was 68.48%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 66.00%.