Zadgaon - Ashti, Wardha
Zadgaon is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Porgawhan serves as the Village Panchayat for Zadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zadgaon is 533404. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Zadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Zadgaon village had a total population of 298 people, including 154 males and 144 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.62%, with male literacy at 81.68% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Zadgaon
Zadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumni | North | 1.19 km |
| Milanpur | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Satnur | North | 2.92 km |
| Porgavhan | South | 2.99 km |
| Panchala | South | 3.36 km |
| Sattarpur | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Sahur | East | 4.17 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Wardhapur | North | 4.36 km |
| Rohna | North | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Zadgaon
Zadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hiwarkheda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morshi to Zadgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Zadgaon is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Zadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Zadgaon
Where is Zadgaon located?
Zadgaon village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Zadgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Zadgaon is Porgawhan.
What is the pincode of Zadgaon?
The pincode of Zadgaon is 442202.
What is the population of Zadgaon?
Zadgaon had a total population of 298, including 154 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Zadgaon?
Zadgaon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zadgaon was 72.62%. Male literacy was 81.68% and female literacy was 63.64%.