Wadegaon - Sangole, Solapur
Wadegaon is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Wadhegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadegaon is 562549. The village covers a total geographical area of 2413.69 hectares and falls under the 413307 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Wadegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadegaon
As per Census 2011, Wadegaon village has a total population of 5,919 people, consisting of 3,079 males and 2,840 females. The village has 1,171 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 818 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,780 literate and 2,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,919 | 3,079 | 2,840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 818 | 426 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,129 | 591 | 538 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 3,780 | 2,231 | 1,549 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,139 | 848 | 1,291 |
Nearby Villages of Wadegaon
Wadegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medashingi | South | 3.61 km |
| Rajapur | East | 3.66 km |
| Save | North | 5.13 km |
| Buralewadi | South-East | 5.82 km |
| Bamani | North | 6.74 km |
| Lendave Chichale | East | 7.63 km |
| Alegaon | South | 7.65 km |
| Laxami Dahiwadi | North-East | 7.68 km |
| Devale | North-East | 8.51 km |
| Chincholi | North-West | 8.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadegaon
Wadegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Wadegaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Wadegaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wadegaon
Where is Wadegaon located?
Wadegaon village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadegaon is Wadhegaon.
What is the pincode of Wadegaon?
The pincode of Wadegaon is 413307.
What is the population of Wadegaon?
Wadegaon has a total population of 5,919, including 3,079 males and 2,840 females.
How many households are there in Wadegaon?
There are 1,171 households in Wadegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wadegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadegaon is 63.86%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 54.54%.