Vadgaon - Man, Satara
Vadgaon is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 65 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 563393. The village covers a total geographical area of 1757 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon
As per Census 2011, Vadgaon village has a total population of 1,910 people, consisting of 978 males and 932 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,187 literate and 723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 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 | 1,910 | 978 | 932 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 93 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 684 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 294 | 429 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wawarhire | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Shevari | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Pangari | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Dahivadi | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Danavalewadi | North-East | 5.96 km |
| Bidal | West | 6.06 km |
| Sokasan | East | 6.52 km |
| Dangirewadi (mohi) | North-East | 7.73 km |
| Rajavadi | North | 7.75 km |
| Ranand | South-East | 7.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon
Vadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Vadgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vadgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon
Where is Vadgaon located?
Vadgaon village is located in Man 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 415508.
What is the population of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon has a total population of 1,910, including 978 males and 932 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon?
There are 401 households in Vadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon is 62.15%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 53.97%.