Vadgaon - Khandala, Satara
Vadgaon is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon is 563180. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 415525 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Vadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 427 males and 437 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon
Vadgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavathe | South | 2.23 km |
| Naigaon | East | 2.48 km |
| Palashi | North | 2.65 km |
| Javale | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Mirje | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Atit | West | 4.19 km |
| Sangvi | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Kesurdi | East | 5.08 km |
| Asawali | South | 5.29 km |
| Moh Tarf Shirwal | East | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon
Vadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Valha, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhor to Vadgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vadgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon
Where is Vadgaon located?
Vadgaon village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadgaon is Wadgaon.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon?
The pincode of Vadgaon is 415525.
What is the population of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon has a total population of 864, including 427 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon?
There are 216 households in Vadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon is 75.58%. Male literacy is 83.61% and female literacy is 67.73%.