Wargaon - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Wargaon is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Wargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wargaon is 566402. The village covers a total geographical area of 1334.23 hectares and falls under the 416801 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Wargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wargaon
As per Census 2011, Wargaon village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 745 males and 886 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 745 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 87 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 530 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 215 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Wargaon
Wargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saliste | South | 3.01 km |
| Shidavne | East | 3.14 km |
| Nadgive | North | 3.38 km |
| Kunkawan | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Undil | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Kurangavne | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Burambavade | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Vayangani | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Talere | South | 5.53 km |
| Nadhavade | East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wargaon
Wargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Wargaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Wargaon 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 Wargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wargaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wargaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wargaon
Where is Wargaon located?
Wargaon village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wargaon?
Wargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wargaon?
The pincode of Wargaon is 416801.
What is the population of Wargaon?
Wargaon has a total population of 1,631, including 745 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Wargaon?
There are 427 households in Wargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wargaon is 62.29%. Male literacy is 71.14% and female literacy is 54.85%.