Vadagaon
Vadagaon is a village located in Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kagal (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Vadgaon is the gram panchayat of Vadagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Vadagaon unique in its vibrant Kagal-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Vadagaon’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 Vadagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadagaon is 567740. The village spans a total geographical area of 462 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Vadagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Vadagaon
Population of Vadagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vadagaon has a total population of about 1,556, with approximately 752 males and 804 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 253 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.28%, with male literacy at about 78.32% and female literacy near 60.82%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 752 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 121 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,078 | 589 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 163 | 315 |
Connectivity of Vadagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vadagaon 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 Vadagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadagaon
- Where is Vadagaon located?
- Vadagaon village is situated in Kagal Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadagaon is Vadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vadagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadagaon is 1,556, with 752 males and 804 females.
- How many households are there in Vadagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadagaon village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadagaon is 69.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 60.82%.