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.
Wafegaon has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Wafegaon 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wafegaon village:
- The total population of Wafegaon village is around 1,633, including approximately 845 males and 788 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Wafegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wafegaon village has 366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Wafegaon village is about 63.93%, with male literacy at 72.78% and female literacy at 54.44%.
- There are around 328 households in Wafegaon village.
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%.