Wadgaon

Wadgaon is a village located in Mangaon tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mangaon (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vadgaon is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon village.

Here you can discover what makes Wadgaon unique in its vibrant Mangaon-Raigarh region. You’ll see Wadgaon’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 Wadgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadgaon is 554684. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.48 hectares. Mahad is nearest town to Wadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wadgaon 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 Mahad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Wadgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon has a total population of about 1,163, with approximately 564 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 233. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.85%, with male literacy at about 73.23% and female literacy near 53.09%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,163 564 599
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 64 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 99 47 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 233 113 120
Literate Population 731 413 318
Illiterate Population 432 151 281

Connectivity of Wadgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wadgaon 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Wadgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Wadgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wadgaon

Where is Wadgaon located?

Wadgaon village is situated in Mangaon Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?

The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Vadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the population of Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadgaon is 1,163, with 564 males and 599 females.

How many households are there in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village has a total of 300 households.

What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadgaon is 62.85%. The male literacy rate is 73.23%, while the female literacy rate is 53.09%.