Wadegaon

Wadegaon is a village located in Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kurkheda (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Wadegaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Wadegaon unique in its vibrant Kurkheda-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Wadegaon’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 Wadegaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadegaon is 538607. The village spans a total geographical area of 819.61 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Wadegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

Google Map of Wadegaon

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Population of Wadegaon

According to the 2011 Census, Wadegaon has a total population of about 2,401, with approximately 1,225 males and 1,176 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 301 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,507. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.13%, with male literacy at about 85.47% and female literacy near 70.49%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,401 1,225 1,176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 249 114 135
Scheduled Castes (SC) 301 143 158
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,507 775 732
Literate Population 1,876 1,047 829
Illiterate Population 525 178 347

Connectivity of Wadegaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wadegaon 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wadegaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Wadegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadegaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wadegaon

Where is Wadegaon located?
Wadegaon village is situated in Kurkheda Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadegaon?
Wadegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Wadegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadegaon is 2,401, with 1,225 males and 1,176 females.
How many households are there in Wadegaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadegaon village has a total of 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadegaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadegaon is 78.13%. The male literacy rate is 85.47%, while the female literacy rate is 70.49%.