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.
Here you can discover what makes Vahagaon unique in its vibrant Wai-Satara region. You’ll see Vahagaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Vahagaon
Population of Vahagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vahagaon has a total population of about 765, with approximately 387 males and 378 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.88%, with male literacy at about 87.08% and female literacy near 78.57%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vahagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.