Vadgaon - Murbad, Thane
Vadgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Eklahare serves as the Village Panchayat for Vadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon is 553179. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.52 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Vadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vadgaon village had a total population of 616 people, including 304 males and 312 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 75.40% and female literacy at 45.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 612.
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 | 616 | 304 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 612 | 301 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 190 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 114 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon
Vadgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vadgaon
Public transport in the Vadgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kalyan to Vadgaon is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Vadgaon is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon
Where is Vadgaon located?
Vadgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vadgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Vadgaon is Eklahare.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon?
The pincode of Vadgaon is 421402.
What is the population of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon had a total population of 616, including 304 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon?
Vadgaon had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon was 60.24%. Male literacy was 75.40% and female literacy was 45.31%.