Vejegaon
Vejegaon is a village located in Khanapur tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Vita (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Vejegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Vejegaon has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vejegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vejegaon is 568515. The village spans a total geographical area of 1724 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415310. Vita is nearest town to Vejegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vejegaon 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli 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 Vejegaon
Below is a concise population overview of Vejegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,384 | 1,111 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,744 | 883 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 228 | 412 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vejegaon village:
- The total population of Vejegaon village is around 2,384, including approximately 1,111 males and 1,273 females, with a sex ratio of 1145 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Vejegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vejegaon village has 283 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vejegaon village is about 73.15%, with male literacy at 79.48% and female literacy at 67.64%.
- There are around 571 households in Vejegaon village.
Connectivity of Vejegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vejegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vejegaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vejegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vejegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vejegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vejegaon
- Where is Vejegaon located?
- Vejegaon village is situated in Khanapur Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vejegaon?
- Vejegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vejegaon?
- The pincode of Vejegaon is 415310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vejegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vejegaon is 2,384, with 1,111 males and 1,273 females.
- How many households are there in Vejegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vejegaon village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vejegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vejegaon is 73.15%. The male literacy rate is 79.48%, while the female literacy rate is 67.64%.