Wadgaon

Wadgaon is a village located in Nilanga tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Nilanga (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Wadgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Wadgaon unique in its vibrant Nilanga-Latur region. You’ll see Wadgaon’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 Wadgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadgaon is 560748. The village spans a total geographical area of 435 hectares. Nilanga is nearest town to Wadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wadgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Wadgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon has a total population of about 1,447, with approximately 762 males and 685 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 216 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.90%, with male literacy at about 73.23% and female literacy near 59.85%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,447 762 685
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 187 107 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 216 122 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 N/A 4
Literate Population 968 558 410
Illiterate Population 479 204 275

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 10+ 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wadgaon

Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is situated in Nilanga Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
Wadgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadgaon is 1,447, with 762 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadgaon is 66.90%. The male literacy rate is 73.23%, while the female literacy rate is 59.85%.