Vadgaon Bk. - Chopda, Jalgaon
Vadgaon Bk. is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Vadgaon Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon Bk. is 526728. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.63 hectares and falls under the 425303 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Vadgaon 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 Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon Bk.
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon Bk. village has a total population of 2,285 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,111 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,530 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,285 | 1,174 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 163 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 123 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,530 | 861 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 313 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon Bk.
Vadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vatar | West | 1.84 km |
| Kinod | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Sutkar | West | 3.05 km |
| Kamalgaon | East | 3.34 km |
| Karanj | South | 3.41 km |
| Pimpri | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Kathora | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Dhanore Kh | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Chandsani | East | 4.68 km |
| Loni | North-East | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon Bk.
Vadgaon Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paldhi, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Vadgaon Bk. is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Vadgaon Bk. is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon 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 Vadgaon Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon Bk.
Where is Vadgaon Bk. located?
Vadgaon Bk. village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon Bk.?
Vadgaon Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon Bk.?
The pincode of Vadgaon Bk. is 425303.
What is the population of Vadgaon Bk.?
Vadgaon Bk. has a total population of 2,285, including 1,174 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon Bk.?
There are 550 households in Vadgaon Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon Bk. is 66.96%. Male literacy is 73.34% and female literacy is 60.22%.