Vaygaon - Baglan, Nashik
Vaygaon is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Wayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaygaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaygaon is 550147. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.71 hectares and falls under the 423108 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Vaygaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaygaon
As per Census 2011, Vaygaon village has a total population of 2,270 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,083 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaygaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,270 | 1,187 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 148 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 142 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 919 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 268 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Vaygaon
Vaygaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surane | West | 2.32 km |
| Kothare Bk. | North | 2.50 km |
| Dundhe | South | 3.03 km |
| Sarade | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Sawatawadi | East | 4.64 km |
| Kothare Kh. | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Satmane | East | 4.77 km |
| Vadner | North-East | 5.27 km |
| Ratir | West | 5.40 km |
| Ambasan | North | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaygaon
Vaygaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 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 Satana to Vaygaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vaygaon is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaygaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaygaon 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 Vaygaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaygaon 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 Vaygaon
Where is Vaygaon located?
Vaygaon village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaygaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaygaon is Wayagaon.
What is the pincode of Vaygaon?
The pincode of Vaygaon is 423108.
What is the population of Vaygaon?
Vaygaon has a total population of 2,270, including 1,187 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Vaygaon?
There are 463 households in Vaygaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vaygaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaygaon is 72.25%. Male literacy is 77.42% and female literacy is 66.57%.