Vahagaon
Vahagaon is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Vahagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Vahagaon 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 Vahagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vahagaon is 563083. The village spans a total geographical area of 360 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415517. Wai is nearest town to Vahagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vahagaon 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.
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Population of Vahagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Vahagaon 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 | 765 | 387 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 337 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vahagaon village:
- The total population of Vahagaon village is around 765, including approximately 387 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Vahagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vahagaon village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vahagaon village is about 82.88%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 78.57%.
- There are around 159 households in Vahagaon village.
Connectivity of Vahagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vahagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Vahagaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vahagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Vahagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vahagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vahagaon
- Where is Vahagaon located?
- Vahagaon village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vahagaon?
- Vahagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vahagaon?
- The pincode of Vahagaon is 415517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vahagaon is 765, with 387 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Vahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vahagaon village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vahagaon is 82.88%. The male literacy rate is 87.08%, while the female literacy rate is 78.57%.