Wafegaon
Wafegaon is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Wafegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wafegaon unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Wafegaon’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 Wafegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wafegaon is 562472. The village spans a total geographical area of 848 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Wafegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wafegaon 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 Malshiras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wafegaon
Population of Wafegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wafegaon has a total population of about 1,633, with approximately 845 males and 788 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 366 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.93%, with male literacy at about 72.78% and female literacy near 54.44%. There are around 328 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wafegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 845 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 108 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 186 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 615 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 230 | 359 |
Connectivity of Wafegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wafegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wafegaon 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 Wafegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Wafegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wafegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wafegaon
- Where is Wafegaon located?
- Wafegaon village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wafegaon?
- Wafegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wafegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wafegaon is 1,633, with 845 males and 788 females.
- How many households are there in Wafegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wafegaon village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wafegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wafegaon is 63.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.78%, while the female literacy rate is 54.44%.