Vadgaon Ambe - Pachora, Jalgaon
Vadgaon Ambe is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Vadgaon Ambe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon Ambe is 527975. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 424202 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vadgaon Ambe 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 Vadgaon Ambe
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon Ambe village has a total population of 1,875 people, consisting of 977 males and 898 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon Ambe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,875 | 977 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 155 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 147 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 699 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 278 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon Ambe
Vadgaon Ambe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadgaon Ambe Kh. | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Vadgaon Ambe Bk. | South | 2.11 km |
| Jamane | West | 3.10 km |
| Dambhurni | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Kokadi | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Vadgaon Joge | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Kurhad Bk. | North | 4.34 km |
| Kurhad Kh. | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Bhokari | West | 4.42 km |
| Kolhe | South | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon Ambe
Vadgaon Ambe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maheji, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| 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 Pachora to Vadgaon Ambe is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Vadgaon Ambe is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon Ambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon Ambe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon Ambe
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 Ambe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon Ambe
Where is Vadgaon Ambe located?
Vadgaon Ambe village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon Ambe?
Vadgaon Ambe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon Ambe?
The pincode of Vadgaon Ambe is 424202.
What is the population of Vadgaon Ambe?
Vadgaon Ambe has a total population of 1,875, including 977 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon Ambe?
There are 416 households in Vadgaon Ambe.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon Ambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon Ambe is 63.25%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 54.23%.