Vadgaon
Vadgaon is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Wadgaon is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon village.
Vadgaon has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Vadgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadgaon is 563180. The village spans a total geographical area of 350 hectares. Bhor is nearest town to Vadgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadgaon 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vadgaon
Population of Vadgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Vadgaon 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 | 864 | 427 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 357 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 70 | 141 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadgaon village:
- The total population of Vadgaon village is around 864, including approximately 427 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Vadgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadgaon village has 128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadgaon village is about 75.58%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 67.73%.
- There are around 216 households in Vadgaon village.
Connectivity of Vadgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vadgaon 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 Vadgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadgaon
- Where is Vadgaon located?
- Vadgaon village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadgaon is Wadgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadgaon is 864, with 427 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Vadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadgaon village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadgaon is 75.58%. The male literacy rate is 83.61%, while the female literacy rate is 67.73%.