Wadgaon

Wadgaon is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Vadgaon is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon village.

Wadgaon has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Wadgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadgaon is 567080. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.18 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Wadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Wadgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Wadgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 681 334 347
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 30 25
Scheduled Castes (SC) 111 54 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 533 282 251
Illiterate Population 148 52 96

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wadgaon village:

  • The total population of Wadgaon village is around 681, including approximately 334 males and 347 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Wadgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wadgaon village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Wadgaon village is about 78.27%, with male literacy at 84.43% and female literacy at 72.33%.
  • There are around 138 households in Wadgaon village.

Connectivity of Wadgaon

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

Nearby Villages of Wadgaon

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wadgaon

Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Vadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadgaon is 681, with 334 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadgaon is 78.27%. The male literacy rate is 84.43%, while the female literacy rate is 72.33%.