Wadgaon Bk. - Bhadgaon, Jalgaon
Wadgaon Bk. is a village situated in the Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadgaon and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Vadgaon Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Bk. is 527709. The village covers a total geographical area of 727 hectares and falls under the 424105 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Wadgaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon Bk.
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon Bk. village has a total population of 2,155 people, consisting of 1,088 males and 1,067 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,446 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 292 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,155 | 1,088 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 235 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 148 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,446 | 835 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 253 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Bk.
Wadgaon Bk. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balad Kh. | East | 2.06 km |
| Kothali | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Nimbhora | West | 2.83 km |
| Pandhrad | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Balad Bk. | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Devhari | West | 4.50 km |
| Hol | South | 4.85 km |
| Sangameshwar | South | 5.07 km |
| Bodarde | West | 5.16 km |
| Nachankheda | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon Bk.
Wadgaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagardevla, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Wadgaon Bk. is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Wadgaon Bk. is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Bk. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Bk.
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 Bk. 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 Bk.
Where is Wadgaon Bk. located?
Wadgaon Bk. village is located in Bhadgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon Bk. is Vadgaon Bk..
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Bk.?
The pincode of Wadgaon Bk. is 424105.
What is the population of Wadgaon Bk.?
Wadgaon Bk. has a total population of 2,155, including 1,088 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Bk.?
There are 533 households in Wadgaon Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Bk. is 67.10%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 57.26%.