Wadgaon
About Wadgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wadgaon village is 554684. Wadgaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 323.48 hectares. Wadgaon has a total population of 1,163 peoples, out of which male population is 564 while female population is 599. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1062 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wadgaon village is 62.85% out of which 73.23% males and 53.09% females are literate. There are about 300 houses in wadgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Wadgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Wadgaon village comes under Mahad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Mahad is nearest town to wadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Wadgaon
The population details of Wadgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,163 | 564 | 599 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 413 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 151 | 281 |
Connectivity of Wadgaon
| 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 |
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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%.