Vadgaon Village - Malegaon, Nashik
Vadgaon is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Vadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon is 550193. The village covers a total geographical area of 773 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon village has a total population of 4,596 people, consisting of 2,374 males and 2,222 females. The village has 909 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 685 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,172 literate and 1,424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon
Vadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vajirkhede | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Dasane | East | 3.62 km |
| Lendane | North | 3.96 km |
| Nilgavhan | West | 4.19 km |
| Khadaki | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Lonwade | East | 5.18 km |
| Kashti | West | 5.92 km |
| Dabli | North-West | 6.19 km |
| Sayane Bk | South-East | 7.04 km |
| Maldhe | South | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon
Vadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Vadgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vadgaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon
Where is Vadgaon located?
Vadgaon village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon?
The pincode of Vadgaon is 423105.
What is the population of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon has a total population of 4,596, including 2,374 males and 2,222 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon?
There are 909 households in Vadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon is 69.02%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 63.59%.