Vadgaon
Vadgaon is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Vadgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vadgaon unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Nashik region. You’ll see Vadgaon’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 Vadgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadgaon is 550193. The village spans a total geographical area of 773 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423105. Malegaon is nearest town to Vadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadgaon 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vadgaon
Population of Vadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vadgaon has a total population of about 4,596, with approximately 2,374 males and 2,222 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 685 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,119. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.02%, with male literacy at about 74.09% and female literacy near 63.59%. There are around 909 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,596 | 2,374 | 2,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 685 | 354 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,119 | 545 | 574 |
| Literate Population | 3,172 | 1,759 | 1,413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,424 | 615 | 809 |
Connectivity of Vadgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vadgaon 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 Vadgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadgaon
- Where is Vadgaon located?
- Vadgaon village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon?
- Vadgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vadgaon?
- The pincode of Vadgaon is 423105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadgaon is 4,596, with 2,374 males and 2,222 females.
- How many households are there in Vadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadgaon village has a total of 909 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadgaon is 69.02%. The male literacy rate is 74.09%, while the female literacy rate is 63.59%.