Vadgaon (Zanje) - Velhe, Pune
Vadgaon (Zanje) is a village situated in the Velhe tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Velhe and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Wadgaon Zanje serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadgaon (Zanje) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon (Zanje) is 556666. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.67 hectares and falls under the 412213 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Vadgaon (Zanje) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon (Zanje)
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon (Zanje) village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 222 males and 229 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon (Zanje) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 222 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 172 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 50 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon (Zanje)
Vadgaon (Zanje) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonde Mathana | East | 0.93 km |
| Suravad | West | 0.99 km |
| Sonde Sarpale | East | 1.61 km |
| Kodavadi | West | 2.05 km |
| Vadhane | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Adavali | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Sonde Karla | East | 2.40 km |
| Karanjavane | North | 2.45 km |
| Tale Mhasavali | South | 2.92 km |
| Chinchale Bk | North-East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon (Zanje)
Public transport in the Vadgaon (Zanje) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sasvad Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pune to Vadgaon (Zanje) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Vadgaon (Zanje) 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 Vadgaon (Zanje)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon (Zanje) 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon (Zanje)
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 (Zanje) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon (Zanje)
Where is Vadgaon (Zanje) located?
Vadgaon (Zanje) village is located in Velhe Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon (Zanje)?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadgaon (Zanje) is Wadgaon Zanje.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon (Zanje)?
The pincode of Vadgaon (Zanje) is 412213.
What is the population of Vadgaon (Zanje)?
Vadgaon (Zanje) has a total population of 451, including 222 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon (Zanje)?
There are 104 households in Vadgaon (Zanje).
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon (Zanje)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon (Zanje) is 67.85%. Male literacy is 77.48% and female literacy is 58.52%.