Ladegaon - Karanja, Washim
Ladegaon is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Ladegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladegaon is 530878. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.63 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ladegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ladegaon
As per Census 2011, Ladegaon village has a total population of 1,317 people, consisting of 678 males and 639 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 678 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 75 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 577 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 101 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Ladegaon
Ladegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurhad | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Aurangapur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Kamatha | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Murtijapur | West | 2.60 km |
| Ingalkhed | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Bramhanwada | South | 3.01 km |
| Hiwara (lahe) | South-East | 4.33 km |
| Pimpalgaon Bk. | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Kamargaon | West | 4.44 km |
| Bhuloda | South-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladegaon
Public transport in the Ladegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karanja to Ladegaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Ladegaon is about 81 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 Ladegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladegaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ladegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladegaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ladegaon
Where is Ladegaon located?
Ladegaon village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladegaon?
Ladegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ladegaon?
The pincode of Ladegaon is 444110.
What is the population of Ladegaon?
Ladegaon has a total population of 1,317, including 678 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Ladegaon?
There are 317 households in Ladegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ladegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladegaon is 80.18%. Male literacy is 85.10% and female literacy is 74.96%.