Wafegaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Wafegaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Wafegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wafegaon is 562472. The village covers a total geographical area of 848 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Wafegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wafegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wafegaon village had a total population of 1,633 people, including 845 males and 788 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.45%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 60.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 615 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 230 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Wafegaon
Wafegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mitkalwadi | North | 2.05 km |
| Kanhapuri | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Babhulgaon | West | 2.73 km |
| Wagholi | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Bembale | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Umbare | South | 4.46 km |
| Malegaon | North | 4.46 km |
| Sangam | West | 4.75 km |
| Shevare | North-West | 6.62 km |
| Ganeshgaon | West | 6.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wafegaon
Wafegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Padsali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Wafegaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Wafegaon is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wafegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wafegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wafegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wafegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wafegaon
Where is Wafegaon located?
Wafegaon village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wafegaon?
Wafegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wafegaon?
The pincode of Wafegaon is 413112.
What is the population of Wafegaon?
Wafegaon had a total population of 1,633, including 845 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Wafegaon?
Wafegaon had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wafegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wafegaon was 72.45%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 60.94%.