Vadgaon Pangu - Chandvad, Nashik
Vadgaon Pangu is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Vadgaonpangu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadgaon Pangu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon Pangu is 550487. The village covers a total geographical area of 1025.69 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Vadgaon Pangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon Pangu
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon Pangu village has a total population of 2,092 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,006 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon Pangu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,092 | 1,086 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 135 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 873 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 213 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon Pangu
Vadgaon Pangu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rapali | East | 2.68 km |
| Katarwadi | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Bhadane | North | 3.18 km |
| Wakdardi | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Raypur | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Katarni | South | 3.83 km |
| Nimbale | West | 5.27 km |
| Visapur | South-East | 5.61 km |
| Talegaon Rohi | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Mesankhede Kh | North | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon Pangu
Public transport in the Vadgaon Pangu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Vadgaon Pangu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vadgaon Pangu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon Pangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon Pangu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon Pangu
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 Pangu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon Pangu
Where is Vadgaon Pangu located?
Vadgaon Pangu village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon Pangu?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadgaon Pangu is Vadgaonpangu.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon Pangu?
The pincode of Vadgaon Pangu is 423104.
What is the population of Vadgaon Pangu?
Vadgaon Pangu has a total population of 2,092, including 1,086 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon Pangu?
There are 394 households in Vadgaon Pangu.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon Pangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon Pangu is 74.04%. Male literacy is 80.39% and female literacy is 67.20%.