Wadgaon Darekar - Daund, Pune
Wadgaon Darekar is a village situated in the Daund tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daund and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Vadgaon Darekar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon Darekar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Darekar is 556408. The village covers a total geographical area of 571.93 hectares and falls under the 413801 pincode. Daund is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Wadgaon Darekar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadgaon Darekar
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon Darekar village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 827 males and 769 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,046 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon Darekar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 827 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 98 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 596 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 231 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Darekar
Wadgaon Darekar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arvi | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Pedgaon | East | 2.89 km |
| Angare | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Deulgaon Raje | South | 4.06 km |
| Ajnuj | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Alegaon | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Shirapur | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Kansewadi | North | 5.17 km |
| Kautha | West | 5.40 km |
| Pedgaon | North-East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon Darekar
Wadgaon Darekar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Boribial, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daund to Wadgaon Darekar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Wadgaon Darekar is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Darekar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Darekar 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Darekar
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 Darekar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon Darekar
Where is Wadgaon Darekar located?
Wadgaon Darekar village is located in Daund Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon Darekar?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon Darekar is Vadgaon Darekar.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Darekar?
The pincode of Wadgaon Darekar is 413801.
What is the population of Wadgaon Darekar?
Wadgaon Darekar has a total population of 1,596, including 827 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Darekar?
There are 366 households in Wadgaon Darekar.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Darekar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Darekar is 65.54%. Male literacy is 72.07% and female literacy is 58.52%.