Wadgaon - Samudrapur, Wardha
Wadgaon is a village situated in the Samudrapur tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samudrapur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Tas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon is 534632. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.35 hectares and falls under the 442305 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadgaon
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon village has a total population of 261 people, consisting of 144 males and 117 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 144 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 130 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon
Wadgaon 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 Wadgaon
Wadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hinganghat to Wadgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Wadgaon is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon
Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is located in Samudrapur Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Tas.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon?
The pincode of Wadgaon is 442305.
What is the population of Wadgaon?
Wadgaon has a total population of 261, including 144 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon?
There are 62 households in Wadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon is 80.84%. Male literacy is 90.28% and female literacy is 69.23%.