Wadgaon - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Wadgaon is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Wadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon is 546972. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.77 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadgaon
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon village has a total population of 2,607 people, consisting of 1,257 males and 1,350 females. The village has 506 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,549 literate and 1,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,607 | 1,257 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 200 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 854 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 403 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon
Wadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padegaon | East | 2.93 km |
| Harangul | South | 3.16 km |
| Wandan | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Tiwathana | North | 3.36 km |
| Nila | West | 3.49 km |
| Shendga | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Khadgaon | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Dagadwadi | East | 5.04 km |
| Suralwadi | East | 5.14 km |
| Dhangarmoha | South | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon
Wadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon Nila, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangakhed to Wadgaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Wadgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadgaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wadgaon
Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
Wadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon?
The pincode of Wadgaon is 431514.
What is the population of Wadgaon?
Wadgaon has a total population of 2,607, including 1,257 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon?
There are 506 households in Wadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon is 59.42%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 51.48%.