Wajegaon
Wajegaon is a village located in Miraj tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Miraj (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Wagegaon is the gram panchayat of Wajegaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Wajegaon unique in its vibrant Miraj-Sangli region. You’ll see Wajegaon’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 Wajegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wajegaon is 568708. The village spans a total geographical area of 564 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Wajegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wajegaon 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 Miraj 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.
Google Map of Wajegaon
Population of Wajegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wajegaon has a total population of about 329, with approximately 175 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.16%, with male literacy at about 82.29% and female literacy near 64.94%. There are around 89 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wajegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 329 | 175 | 154 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 244 | 144 | 100 |
Illiterate Population | 85 | 31 | 54 |
Connectivity of Wajegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wajegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wajegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wajegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Wajegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wajegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wajegaon
- Where is Wajegaon located?
- Wajegaon village is situated in Miraj Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wajegaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wajegaon is Wagegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Wajegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wajegaon is 329, with 175 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Wajegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wajegaon village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wajegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wajegaon is 74.16%. The male literacy rate is 82.29%, while the female literacy rate is 64.94%.