Wategaon
Wategaon is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Vategaon is the gram panchayat of Wategaon village.
Wategaon 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 Wategaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wategaon is 568317. The village spans a total geographical area of 1805 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415410. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Wategaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wategaon 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle 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 Wategaon
Below is a concise population overview of Wategaon 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 | 9,485 | 4,905 | 4,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,059 | 582 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,172 | 602 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 7,151 | 3,945 | 3,206 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,334 | 960 | 1,374 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wategaon village:
- The total population of Wategaon village is around 9,485, including approximately 4,905 males and 4,580 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,059 children aged 0–6 years in Wategaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wategaon village has 1,172 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 73 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wategaon village is about 75.39%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 70.00%.
- There are around 2,015 households in Wategaon village.
Connectivity of Wategaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wategaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wategaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wategaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Wategaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wategaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wategaon
- Where is Wategaon located?
- Wategaon village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wategaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wategaon is Vategaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wategaon?
- The pincode of Wategaon is 415410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wategaon is 9,485, with 4,905 males and 4,580 females.
- How many households are there in Wategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wategaon village has a total of 2,015 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wategaon is 75.39%. The male literacy rate is 80.43%, while the female literacy rate is 70.00%.